The lightning network also doesn't allow mass printing of money by central banks or creation of debt (which creates deposits) out of thin air by the private banks. Pretty big deal that little detail.
Speaking of which, check out this brainlet.
https://twitter.com/DavidShares/status/1102333432162594816

In recent days the level of FUD has reached an AMAZING new height of stupidity.
Who cares if its a token or not , tis fully backed by ruleset.