I've recently heard that Trump intends to reinstate executive order 11110 that was signed into law by president Kennedy.
I believe that it's self evident that the assassination of president Kennedy was, most certainly, a conspiracy. The pejorative "conspiracy theorist" was created in 1967 by the CIA and the classic example of it's use was in relation to the assassination of president Kennedy. (http://www.zerohedge.com/news/2015-02-23/1967-he-cia-created-phrase-conspiracy-theorists-and-ways-attack-anyone-who-challenge)
There were many parties that wished to see him dead... from the mafia (he did not follow through with his father's promises) to the anti-russian hardliners (Kennedy's diplomacy toward Russia), to the "magestic twelve" or whoever thought he was going to disclose the existence of aliens (I don't put much stock in this one, but it's a popular reason.)
It's my belief that Kennedy was killed by bankers. While there is significant argument over executive order 11110, the best understanding that I have over this order was that Kennedy was returning the power over the creation of currency to the government rather than the Federal Reserve. I have in my office a 1963 $5 "United States Note" along with numerous "federal reserve notes." They are not the same thing.
This executive order was repealed by LBJ shortly after assuming office. In 1964 the process of demonetizing silver was initiated. August 15th 1971 the convertibility of U$D into gold was "temporarily suspended" in a move called the "Nixon Shock." I cannot say for certain, but I've read that Nixon indeed believed the move to be temporary.
I'm confident that it will ultimately prove to be temporary, but it has lasted longer than many would have expected. There is reason to believe that Trump intends to return the US to some sort of Gold standard, or make similar fundamental changes to the monetary system. He would find plenty of willing parties to negotiate for "structural reform" of the world's monetary system. (Structural reform is the economic/financial whitepaper buzzword for these types of changes... indeed the IMF and other international bodies have used this phrase with growing frequency since the 2007-2008 crisis.)
The average lifespan of a purely fiat currency is 27 years, so by that rubric, the current incarnation of the us dollar is long in the tooth.
See:
http://www.dailyreckoning.com/fiat-currency/
http://www.gold-eagle.com/editorials_04/greene032104.html
http://www.kwaves.com/fiat.htm
Because of the abuses by the US through their economic power over all other nations afforded by control of the world reserve currency, a growing bloc of countries have been working to create an alternative financial architecture. This will enable them to either abandon the use of US Dollars, or create a competitive counterbalance so that the US Dollar is no longer used as a hegemonic weapon.
The clearest example of this is the Chinese Interbank Payment System or CIPS. CIPS is the technology layer that allows for international funds transfer. This is a direct competitor to Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunications or SWIFT. Control of the swift codes has been one of the primary mechanisms that the US/West have used to sanction other nations. A great example of SWIFT sanctions was the US deactivation of SWIFT codes for all Iranian banks starting in 2012 which financially isolated Iran.
Around 2008 China began building "swap facilities" in various nations around the world. This allows for bilateral trade between nations and bypasses the Dollar's role in international trade. These facilities are now in about 66 countries, and many US "Allies" including Great Brittain, Germany, Canada, ... etc etc.
China has worked closely with these countries as well as international bodies like the IMF to internationalize the use of the Chinese Yuan/Renmimbi. It will be incorporated into the IMF's official list of reserve currencies in their "Special Drawing Rights" unit of account starting 10/1/16. The SDR is currently "made up of" the US Dollar, Euro, British Pound, and Japanese Yen.
This will not likely result in an overnight abandonment of the dollar, as that is in no one's best interest.
The US has demonstrated a fundamental unwillingness to participate with other countries in reforming the financial and monetary systems. US Vassal states, and associated political bodies such as Japan/Bank of Japan, Germany/EU/ECB, England/BOE, etc have largely worked in close concert with the Federal Reserve, and the Treasury to butress the failing financial system. The measures that the western central banks have taken to defend the status quo are nothing short of stunning. They have "printed" countless trillions of currency units, purchased trillions of mortgage related assets and other JUNK assets, bought nearly half of all sovereign bonds in many markets, and in certain cases (Japan, Switzerland) have purchased large percentages of stock markets.
It is amazing that these conditions and manipulations have persisted for so long. I would say that Chinese and other parties self interest in preserving the US as an export market, and the ability to purchase liquid reserve assets (Gold) at a steep discount to reality have allowed the current dynamic to persist. Furthermore, it's politically more acceptable to allow the US to implode on it's own rather than trigger that implosion and invite a military response.
The United States is daily becoming evermore isolated politically, culturally, and militarily. Turkey's recent "flip east" along with the failures of US foreign policy in Ukraine, Syria, and elsewhere are red flags of the collapse of empire. Germany is working diligently to tear away from US vassal status. Nato and the EU are unraveling at a stunning pace.
Many analysts are declaring that the probability of widespread conflict has never been higher. Cold war 2.0 is very warm, and could get "hot" in short order. From the south China sea to syria/turkey/kurdistan/Iran to Ukraine, there are many potential "ground zeros" that could trigger a widespread conflict.
At the same time.... there have been numerous attempts to create a widespread conflict in these very theaters. So far, "the west" has been frustrated at every turn. It does appear that political and military unity on the part of the BRICS and their allies has played a big part. It also appears that Russia now possesses military technology that is capable of preventing the NATO countries from mounting any serious offensive. ( directed EMP weapon that completely disabled the USS donald cook on several occasions... supersonic nuclear torpedoes... a warhead that can level new york state... who knows what else. China now possess quantum computing satellites and other advanced technology.
While I still have reservations about Trump's temperament, lack of couth, and questionable remarks... it does appear that he may posses a fundamental understanding of these supremely important dynamics. He's demonstrated a willingness to work with the BRICS and Russians in particular. He's apparently entertaining a return to sound money in some form, his platform includes a return of glass steagal, and he's outspoken about the federal reserve.
It's also clear that he's not the chosen candidate of the "bad guys" that have been in control for many generations. It's clear that Hillary Clinton is their candidate.
While I have largely refrained from participation in the big charade we call "elections" for many years, I will likely vote for Trump this year.... despite my reservations, as they are overwhelmed by the critical importance of cooperation with the rest of the world.
There is also reason to believe that Trump will attempt to root out corruption in our own federal government. Our cooperation with the rest of the world is probably predicated on him being able to root out that corruption.
It may very well be that he's our best chance at avoiding a catastrophic future. If he's elected, and he lives up to his potential... we may simply face extreme adversity. The next chapter in American history is likely going to be very difficult... if Trump is the real deal... it will be the type of "difficulty" that takes the country to new heights of accomplishment, leadership, and righteousness. I am thinking we will all have to work incredibly hard, but that's certainly possible if we are genuinely working to make America "great" again.
I will confess that I have distanced myself from Trump because many friends and acquaintances would find any support for Trump as evidence that I'm a horrible human being. While that's pretty ridiculous, I can also see where this viewpoint has come from.This viewpoint is held very strongly by many. Things are so very polarized in this country right now that it seems prudent to lay low. Add to that my deep disdain for government and complete lack of desire to support our political process by even participating in it. Finally, I'm not a big fan of the Trump personality, or his business dealings.