Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor Say the End of the World is Now on the Table

End times fascism accepts planetary collapse and focuses on survival rather than prevention. Modern fascists have weapons and knowledge of climate change that historical fascists lacked.

Religious end-timers, tech end-timers, and ethno-nationalists form the end times fascist coalition. These groups have formed a dangerous alliance despite their contradictions.

The Trump administration embodies the coalition of end times fascists. The coalition combines Silicon Valley funding, Christian Zionism, and ethno-nationalism.

Tech elites have shifted from planetary saviors to embracing fascist survival ideas. AI's energy demands and a consciousness that their business model opposes shared human existence drive this shift.

Far-right ideology has a long history in Silicon Valley. Peter Thiel wrote in 2009 that democracy and freedom are incompatible. Heretic Con in 2024 had the tagline about destroying the world.

Extreme rhetoric from figures like Elon Musk and Sam Altman must be taken seriously. Dismissing such rhetoric as trolling ignores real-world actions.

Elon Musk's vision is a VIP bespoke future for a subset of humanity. Musk wants upgrades for some while slashing programs for others, reflecting a fascist hierarchy.

The left must put forward a credible vision of living together well on Earth. The left should offer an inclusive, sustainable future that people can believe in.

Terms like end times and fascism describe powerful stories held by many, not marginal ideas. The book warns about powerful figures gaining control.

Building multiracial democracy is harder than building fascism because it requires sharing power. The left has gotten closer than ever, citing the Bernie Sanders campaign and DSA candidates.

Local opposition to data centers shows pushback against end times fascists. Data centers offer no jobs and cause pollution, leading to community resistance.

War criminals should be held accountable through institutions like the ICC. Applying accountability across the board would address widespread disillusionment.

Reveling in diversity and encountering strangers makes life worthwhile.

The natural world's beauty, like orcas and bioluminescence, makes life worthwhile. End times fascists miss this beauty, which is a tragedy.