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Part III, titled 'Paradise Found,' in Aaron Bastani's 'Fully Automated Luxury Communism: A Manifesto,' explores the socio-political and economic conditions necessary for transitioning to a post-capitalist society characterized by abundance and automation. It discusses popular resistance to elite-controlled technology, critiques neoliberal failures exemplified by events like the Carillion collapse and Grenfell fire, and advocates for new models of ownership, state intervention, and universal basic services. The chapter also addresses the role of technology, energy transition, and the redefinition of economic metrics such as GDP in achieving a sustainable and equitable future.