The Future Is Unpredictable Even When It's Certain.

The article discusses the concept of presentism and its impact on our understanding of history and the future. Presentism, the tendency to view historical events through the lens of the present, can lead to a lack of perspective and empathy. Similarly, when we try to predict the future, we often fail to consider the impact of unforeseen events and the changing nature of our perceptions. The author uses the example of the 2024 election to illustrate how our confidence in the future outcome may not align with our satisfaction or understanding of it. The article concludes by suggesting that we are unprepared for the reality of the future and the potential consequences it may bring. [Extracted from the article]