Why are there so few visions of the future that aren't either 'we're doomed' or techno-utopianism?

There's a third possibility...

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The transition might be as gradual as traditional conservatism giving way to a more mature form of inclusive progressivism.

This longform piece from Peter Leyden makes the case for optimism: bigthink.com/progress/the-g…

This is indeed a very good book about one of the most remarkable touchstone figures in the evolution of so much of modern culture. I've known Stewart Brand for decades, and still learned so much more about him and his leadership.

Radical Right handbill handed out in Dallas, November 1963, falsely claiming that JFK was “Wanted For Treason”:

Trump did everything he could to rig his reelection but still lost. Bolsonaro did everything he could to rig his reelection but still lost. These people don’t have magic wands. It’s all about putting in the work to drive sufficient voter turnout. See also: the midterms.

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The paradigm shifts defining the next decade: my latest keynote on the #futureofwork #education youtu.be/en4e3AaLZsY riffing off fellow #futurist Peter Leyden's great talk here: youtu.be/cQ6IqDm4uAA also be sure to read bigthink.com/progress/the-g… 5* stuff

There's football on TV, so Tim Ryan is rolling out a new ad featuring beloved former Browns quarterback Bernie Kosar, who spoke at the 2016 RNC in Ohio but has endorsed the Democrat in the 2022 Senate race.

“Senator Ron Johnson’s adult children bought not one, not two, but three private planes 🤯 — because apparently carpooling was not an option.” - the closer, Barack Obama ☄️

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Really looking forward to taking part in this online event. Join us on Oct 31. Details below.

Don't miss this free live-stream event next Monday Oct 31 9am PST 6pm CET: TheGoodFutureProject's Inaugural Live-Stream: Optimism for #TheGoodFuture On LinkedIn gerd.fm/3zpByiW #goodfutureproject with Dr. Katindi Sivi Peter Leyden پریوش چوہدری also on YT gerd.fm/3gQMGiy

This is a going to be a much bigger deal than people think. Diesel generators are a huge pain for every conference, festival, tailgate, campsite, pop up COVID testing tent, you name it. Imagine the quality improvement when every one of those is quietly and electrically powered.