The thinking of accelerationism is based on the assumption that the contradictions, crimes, and absurdities of capitalism must be confronted with both a politically and theoretically accelerationist stance. Accelerationism advocates for the formerly emancipatory capitalist dynamics that propelled feudalism into the tabloid press and initiated the developments that made modernity possible. A truly accelerationist political thought is only achievable through a future-oriented and realistic philosophy. Such a grounded politics can open up new perspectives for the social and political endeavors and challenges that lie ahead of us. Therefore, it is crucial to assume that we are at the beginning of a political project and not at the grim endpoint of history. Acceleration 2 sets d.