Alfred McCoy speculates about the likely economics and political consequences of climate change given what is known presently. Of course, a lot of the assumptions regarding the scenario are likely to change, making forecasting rather hypothetical. But it is an interesting read.
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Alfred McCoy, Are Imperial World Orders Heading for Extinction?Alfred McCoy | Harrington professor of history at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
https://tomdispatch.com/to-govern-the-globe/
A declining civilization doesn't have the luxury of supporting 'world orders'. What remains of imperial power will turn its guns on its own citizens. In that regard, Washington may once again lead by example.
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