There will be flying cars in the future. That’s what people in 1989 thought when the classic movie Back to the Future II hit the screens.
That’s only an anecdote of what the future holds for us. Let’s embrace the fact that predicting the future is quite easy, thanks to recent technological developments, but then again, it poses severe challenges to the survival of human values and sanctity. Are you ready for the future? Survival of the fittest is the name of the game here.
Although one can be optimistic about the future, it’s not always sunshine and rainbows. One has to consider all the aspects and look at the bigger picture of what the world will look like in the near future, say two decades from now. If you’re concerned about what the future has in store, let’s give you a glimpse of what you can expect from the superpower, the United States, and the rest of the world.
What to Expect in the Coming Years?
We often believe the future is a blank canvas and a world of endless possibilities. But the truth is, the seeds of tomorrow are sown in today. Just like J.A. Carlton’s Wednesday’s Child: The Freedom Fighters paints a somewhat realistic picture of a dystopian world in the future, our current choices hold the power to shape a world quite different from what we see and know today.
Here are some of the pressing contemporary issues that might affect our world in the coming years.
1. The Great Wealth Divide
The gap between the rich and the poor continues to widen alarmingly. Reports indicate that only 1% of the elites have more wealth than the whole poor working class combined. Those at the helm of power live a luxurious life in gated communities, unconcerned and oblivious about the struggles of the downtrodden. This negligence then triggers social unrest, restricted mobility, and a potential erosion of the social fabric.
2. The Concentration of Power
History offers us numerous examples of governments’ malfunction and abuse of power. Fast forward, and this trend continues and is likely to affect the future as well, but with a paradigm shift in the dynamics of power politics, the economy is playing its due part. Imagine a world where governments exercise their power to curtail individual freedoms and prioritize control over transparency. The erosion of civil liberties, mass surveillance, and a stifled public discourse will become the new normal.
3. A Planet on the Brink
Climate change is no longer a distant threat; it’s a vivid reality. Rising temperatures, extreme weather conditions, and natural disasters may become the defining features, making the planet Earth inhabitable. As global warming continues to affect our daily lives, we should be ready for the worst. The fight for survival may intensify, which may trigger dire consequences.
4. The Drums of War
The world seems perpetually on the brink of an unending conflict. The idea of nuclear proliferation that looms large casts a dark shadow of uncertainty over humanity’s future.
America in 2055: J.A. Carlton’s Perspective:
While the world is going through a massive transformation, author J.A. Carlton, in her book Wednesday’s Child, presents a dystopian future for America two decades from now. Her candid take on contemporary events and their consequences on the future make her literary endeavor a must-read.
She predicts a drastic change in the American socio-political and socio-economical thought process that may trigger anarchy and chaos and eventually lead to isolation, with the majority of the population gone extinct and the rest battling for their survival against the sinister factions that aspire to control an already crumbling social order.
Although the future she predicts is hard to believe, the author has candidly portrayed – using the themes of power abuse and concentration of wealth – that has plagued contemporary society and may lead the country into a forced isolation from the rest of the world in the near future.
Final Note
The future is uncertain, but by acknowledging the challenges we face today, we can work towards a better tomorrow. The issues we discussed – wealth disparity, government surveillance, climate change, and international conflicts – shape our world and future. Meanwhile, J.A. Carlton’s epic science fiction novel Wednesday’s Child: The Freedom Fighters presents a reality check with a gripping plot and twisting themes and serves as a reminder of the consequences of inaction on our part.
It’s high time to get involved in your community, support noble causes, voice your concerns in whatever capacity you may like, and participate in movements that promise a safer world to ensure a peaceful co-existence. By working together, we can create a future brimming with endless possibilities for growth and success.
Want to delve deeper into the dystopian world envisioned by J.A. Carlton? Pick up your copy of Wednesday’s Child: The Freedom Fighters today, and immerse yourself in a fantastical future world that highlights contemporary challenges and resonates with the theme of survival of the fittest, a conundrum that we all face today.
