Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor: the future according to end times fascism - video
Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor discuss their new book and video project, which explores the rise of 'end times fascism' among far-right political and corporate leaders. They argue that these groups are preparing for existential crises by abandoning collective responsibility.
Why it matters
It addresses growing concerns about political extremism and the intersection of climate change, technology, and wealth inequality.
In a new video, Klein and Taylor outline a ominous evolution taking shape on the far right – and how to stay loyal to this planet and each other
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Prefer the Guardian on Google An ominous evolution is under way on the far right. It is a dangerous shift that is linked to our era of existential crises, defined by its pandemics, climate emergencies, resource wars and rogue tech. Today’s fascists are part of a dangerous and fractious alliance – from messianic venture capitalists to army-controlling theocrats – united by the belief that the end of the world is upon us and that only a chosen few deserve to be saved. That is the thesis of Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor’s new book, End Times Fascism: And the Fight for the Living World.
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