The article examines a shift in political focus from the past to the future, particularly among far-right groups in various regions. Politicians seem drawn to nostalgic appeals but increasingly prioritize immediate challenges, arguing that the future is fraught with anxiety over potential collapse. This perspective correlates with contemporary trends, especially among techno-right proponents who advocate for disruption and transformation. Echoing historical views by thinkers like Tocqueville, the article suggests that while the populace often clings to the past, current movements use forward-looking narratives to galvanize support and action in the face of perceived crises.
The ascendant far right in North America, Europe, and Israel finds much of its appeal in stories about what lies ahead, entwining nativist desires with anxieties.
Today's politicians, rather than being oblivious to the future, seem increasingly obsessed with it—especially the far right, who capitalize on fears of impending collapse.
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