Accelerationists

Accelerationists are a group of people who believe that the best way to achieve their goals, such as the overthrow of capitalism or the establishment of a communist society, is to accelerate the current social and economic system to the point of collapse. They believe that this collapse will create the conditions necessary for the emergence of a new and better system.

Accelerationists often advocate for policies that would worsen existing social and economic problems, such as deregulation, tax cuts for the wealthy, and cuts to social programs. They argue that these policies will lead to a crisis that will force people to reconsider their values and priorities.

Accelerationism is a controversial ideology, and its proponents have been accused of being nihilistic and irresponsible. Critics argue that accelerationist policies would cause unnecessary suffering and harm, and that they are unlikely to lead to the desired outcome.

Here are some examples of accelerationist policies:

• Deregulation: Accelerationists argue that deregulation will lead to a more competitive market, which will benefit consumers and businesses. However, critics argue that deregulation can lead to environmental damage, worker exploitation, and other problems.
• Tax cuts for the wealthy: Accelerationists argue that tax cuts for the wealthy will stimulate the economy and create jobs. However, critics argue that tax cuts for the wealthy primarily benefit the wealthy themselves, and that they can lead to increased income inequality.
• Cuts to social programs: Accelerationists argue that cuts to social programs will reduce government spending and make the economy more efficient. However, critics argue that cuts to social programs can lead to increased poverty and homelessness.

It is important to note that accelerationism is a diverse ideology, and there is no single set of accelerationist policies. Different accelerationists have different ideas about what policies are necessary to achieve their goals.