The text critiques the modern concept of 'progress,' arguing that it is an unexamined process that demoralizes efforts to seek meaningful change. It calls for a reassessment of progress based on independent criteria that promote human flourishing and culture. The author advocates for a new political and philosophical ideology that transcends the limitations of liberalism, leftism, and conservatism, drawing on Wittgenstein's aphorism to support this perspective.

A protest march towards the Houses of Parliament, starting from Tate Britain, involved participants carrying freshly coppiced branches. The demonstration, reminiscent of a scene from Macbeth, highlighted climate change activism.

Rupert Read's book emphasizes the importance of climate honesty, arguing that facing the truth about climate change can lead to authentic living and collective mobilization. He critiques the '1.5 delusion' and calls for radical truth-telling to address injustices faced by the global South and future generations. The book is endorsed by various authors and public figures, encouraging readers to confront climate realities.

The Green Party is urging support for their General Election fund to elect more Green MPs by the 4th of July. They emphasize the need for more Green voices in parliament to build on Caroline Lucas's legacy and hold the next government accountable, offering voters hope and change.

The Green Party is advocating for real hope and change with four Green MPs in Parliament, emphasizing their role in holding the new government accountable. The message encourages people to join the party during what is described as the most exciting time in its history.

The article presents three speculative scenarios for the future of East Anglia in 2034, each depicting different outcomes based on the world's response to climate change. The first scenario describes a phoenix-like recovery from climate disasters, the second a dystopian future with far-right governments and climate action sabotage, and the third a transformative shift towards a sustainable and resilient society. The article also promotes a series of playlets by Steve Waters, funded by the Arts Council, and a book titled 'This civilisation is finished', both of which explore these futures.

The film 'The End We Start From' portrays a near-future London submerged by unprecedented floods, highlighting the realistic and poetic depiction of climate disaster. Unlike previous films, it focuses on the visceral experience of climate collapse, emphasizing the importance of community and resilience. The narrative follows a mother and her baby navigating through the chaos, ultimately choosing to rebuild in a devastated London rather than retreating to a secluded commune. The film underscores the urgency of addressing climate change and the need for collective action, resonating with the current global climate crisis.

The film 'The end we start from' is a poetic drama set in a near-future London submerged by floods, following a drought. It realistically portrays potential future climate impacts and emphasizes human resilience and community in the face of disaster. The protagonist, played by Jodie Comer, chooses to rebuild in London rather than escape to an idyllic commune, embodying the film's message of reconnection and responsibility. The film is seen as a 'thrutopia', offering a vision of moving through climate horrors with humanity intact. Rupert Read, the author and Co-Director of The Climate Majority Project, relates the film's themes to his own book on parental love and climate responsibility, and underscores the urgency of climate action in light of the ongoing extreme 'El Nino' event.

Rupert Read emphasizes the need for business leaders to lobby for science-based policies and regulations to effectively address climate change. He criticizes the UK government for backtracking on net zero commitments and highlights the limitations of businesses trying to act ethically within market constraints. Read calls for businesses to engage at a systemic level and push governments for more stringent regulation to ensure business and finance are climate and nature compatible.

Helena Farstad and Rupert Read discuss the significant climate changes in 2023 and the powerlessness of businesses to address the climate crisis without government intervention. They argue that businesses must lobby for strong climate policies and regulations, such as a progressive carbon tax, to create a level playing field and enable ethical actors to succeed. The authors announce the Climate Majority Project's upcoming campaign 'Regulate Us' to push for better business regulation and a sane climate-policy environment. They invoke Vaclav Havel's 'power of the powerless' to emphasize the need for businesses to admit their limitations and demand government leadership in climate action.