Subject: Comments for File Number S7-12-11

May 19, 2011

I've lost faith in the integrity of the monetary system of this country. I've lost faith in the capacity of the country's political system to solve the monetary problems. I think the corruption is profound, deep, and abiding. I think the consequences we face in the next couple years are grave.

I'm sure Ferdinand Pecora is spinning in his grave.

I'm 43 years old, and I have no faith that my retirement will be funded in dollars, or by securities denominated in dollars. Think about that for a minute.

I'm interested in how communities can deal with a post-dollar America. I'm starting to work on projects that could resolve the problem and provide an improved system. I don't know how far I'll get, but I'm confident that whatever I come up with will be better than the mess you've allowed on your watch.

But, you know, you guys keep on ******* that chicken. Maybe you'll get some eggs.

John Stoner