In a stroke of genius, the European Central Bank (ECB) has graced us with the options of "birds and rivers" or "European culture" for the next euro banknotes. Because, clearly, when grappling with economic challenges, what we need most is a heated debate about the artistic soul of our currency.

Meanwhile, the ECB's masterful monetization of public debt continues, because who cares about the middle class and their pesky purchasing power? Bravo, ECB, for this unparalleled blend of artistic distraction and economic negligence. And let's not forget, this dead currency has lost nearly 50% of its purchasing power since its introduction.