In writings alleged to be his, Loughner proposes creating an alternative currency for people to use, and he encourages others to join him in using or creating a new currency.
“The current government officials are in power for their currency,” notes the writer of the Youtube video, “but I’m informing you for your new currency!”
In another spot, the author disavows any currency not backed by gold or silver. Though a “new currency” is referenced in several of the Youtube videos, gold and silver are mentioned only once.