Sorry, you don't get to play that game. Either state your case, or admit defeat.
No, those aren't the only choices available. I suggest you get a degree in Economics (with a heavy emphasis on macroeconomics), then come back and talk to me... I have neither the time, nor the desire, to educate someone who (erroneously) believes they know something they obviously do not understand. Because if you did, you would be embarrassed to be associated with this article.
As a final aspect, it is exceedingly difficult to disprove a negative, especially when the other person is such a believer. Nice try.
Again, I was amused by the article. JMHO.