Monk is second place Melee DPS right now, and its skill floor has increased a lot, i know it is a bit dumbed down though unfortunately. but at least you don't' have to worry about losing stacks. i think its something that the job will evolve and get used too. i think asking to be absolutely top dps in its current state without a higher skill ceiling is a little silly.

there's tons of jobs that are in far worse states or have had similar treatment when it comes to identity.