If someone buys BTC thinking it is "Bitcoin, a peer to peer electronic cash system" they are being scammed.
Serious question: Have you ever read "
A Cypherpunk's Manifesto? Please read it, it will only take you a few minutes. It explains perfectly what is meant by 'electronic cash'. It has nothing to do with (unsafe) 0-confirmation transactions or low transaction fees.
Quoting myself, would love to hear Roger answer.