Key Takeaways
- Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor release a new book and video on the rise of end times fascism.
- The book and video highlight the dangerous alliance between messianic venture capitalists and theocrats.
- Klein and Taylor call for commitment to each other and the planet amid existential crises.
In a new video, authors Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor warn of a dangerous evolution on the far right, which they term 'end times fascism'.
The pair, known for their work on climate justice and social issues, collaborate with filmmakers to present a stark vision of a future where only a select few are deemed worthy of survival.
Klein, a Guardian US columnist and professor of climate justice, and Taylor, a writer and organizer, argue that this movement is linked to current global crises, including pandemics, climate emergencies, and rogue tech.
The authors describe a fractious alliance that includes messianic venture capitalists and army-controlling theocrats, all united by the belief that the end of the world is imminent and that only a chosen few will be saved.
Their new book, 'End Times Fascism: And the Fight for the Living World', is set to be released on 15 September by Farrar, Straus and Giroux, offering a detailed exploration of the threat and a call to action.
Through the video, Klein and Taylor aim to provide a direct insight into the minds behind this movement, emphasizing the urgency of solidarity and commitment to the planet and each other.
The authors urge readers to recognize the dangers of this ideology and to take a stand against it, highlighting the importance of collective action in the face of existential crises.
Klein and Taylor's work comes at a time when global challenges such as climate change and pandemics are increasingly intertwined with political and economic instability, raising concerns about the future of democracy and human rights.
