I'm replying to my own post here, but I talk to myself regularly anyway.  Back in 7th grade I was referred by Sister Barbara as being a "ring leader".   I've only gotten worse in my old age, so I am going to resurrect that characterization by enjoining all QBO users upset with the Modern View and Intuits lack of response to the complaints as a call to action.  What action?  Might I suggest that you submit weekly, via the gear icon/Feedback, your request to have functionality to set your default view to Classic.  Do it now! And keep on doing it.  Week after week until we get what we want.  I am about to submit my 3rd feedback.