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87 | The Politics of Left-Wing Climate Realism w/ Dr. Ajay Singh Chaudhary

What's Left of Philosophy

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Rethinking Progress and the Future in Climate Discourse

The chapter critically examines mainstream perspectives on climate change, progress, and futurity, challenging popular narratives of salvation and youth-driven change. It explores the concept of left-wing climate realism, emphasizing the necessity of accurately understanding the present for effective political action. The discussion delves into the complexities of addressing climate change by questioning blind faith in technologies like carbon capture and advocating for structural changes and a focus on the present moment.

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