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Klein and Taylor identify 'End Times Fascism' in the AI era

Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor have identified a phenomenon they term 'End Times Fascism,' describing individuals who actively promote global catastrophes. In a discussion with Adam Shatz, they explored how this concept manifests in the current era, influenced by advancements in AI, drone warfare, and the rise of influencers. AI

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Klein and Taylor identify 'End Times Fascism' in the AI era

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    " # NaomiKlein and # AstraTaylor have identified ‘ # EndTimesFascism ’ as a feature of our time, offering a portrait of arsonists and accelerationists who are k

    " # NaomiKlein and # AstraTaylor have identified ‘ # EndTimesFascism ’ as a feature of our time, offering a portrait of arsonists and accelerationists who are knowingly pushing the world towards new and greater catastrophes. "On this episode Klein and Taylor join Adam Shatz to di…