Science and Democracy

The partnership between science and democracy is as fragile today as ever before. Our experts keep you informed on the latest developments, from Capitol Hill to local communities.

November 15, 2018

As Congress Revives its Oversight Responsibilities, Science Should Be on the Agenda

Michael Halpern
Former Contributor

NIFA research team

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November 14, 2018

A Stealth Move to Undermine Science at the US Department of Agriculture

Derrick Z. Jackson
Former Fellow

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November 14, 2018

Forensics, Justice, and the Case for Science-Based Decision Making

UCS Science Network

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November 13, 2018

The Voters have Spoken: Time for Checks and Balances to Make a Comeback

Andrew Rosenberg
Former Contributor

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November 9, 2018

Can the EPA Protect Us from Ozone and Particulate Pollution Without Its Experts? What to Watch

Gretchen Goldman
President & CEO of UCS

Photo: M&R Glasgow

November 8, 2018

After Pittsburgh, Thousand Oaks, Will New Congress Push for Gun Safety Research?

Charise Johnson
Former Contributor

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November 8, 2018

How to Make Professional Conferences More Accessible for Disabled People: Guidance from Actual Disabled Scientists

UCS Science Network

November 7, 2018

The Elections, and What They Mean for Climate, Energy, and Science

Ken Kimmell
Former President

November 7, 2018

Climate Changes Health: The Backstory is the Front Story

UCS Science Network

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November 5, 2018

Your Guide to Tuesday’s Transformation of Democracy

Michael Latner
Former UCS Fellow

November 2, 2018

Washington’s I-1631: A Chance to Choose Hope, Not Fear

Adrienne Alvord
Former Contributor

Anthony Eyring/UCS

November 2, 2018

Fighting Climate Change: You’re 4x As Powerful As You Think

John Rogers
Associate Director, Energy Analytics

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November 1, 2018

My Experience with the Science Network Mentor Program: Finding the Path to Advocacy that Works for You

UCS Science Network

Ken Wright/Air Force

November 1, 2018

PFAS Contamination on Military Bases Is A Scary Reality—And For Me, It’s Personal

Charise Johnson
Former Contributor

October 31, 2018

Supporting Science Policy Advocacy and Outreach through Microgrants

UCS Science Network

October 24, 2018

Protecting Our Children from Lead in School Drinking Water: Getting the Law Right!

UCS Science Network

Mike Olliver/UCS

October 24, 2018

Students, Don’t Forget to Vote. You Too, STEM Majors

UCS Science Network

Photo: John Saller

October 23, 2018

Milwaukee Area Science Advocates Collaborate to End Lead Exposure

UCS Science Network

Trish Sheehan/Moms Clean Air Force

October 19, 2018

Fighting for Facts and Family: What Will We Tell Our Kids?

Gretchen Goldman
President & CEO of UCS

Allison Cain/UCS

October 19, 2018

EPA’s Proposal to Restrict Science Will Be Delayed: Score One for Science.

Andrew Rosenberg
Former Contributor

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October 15, 2018

Fighting for a Diverse and Equitable STEM Workforce in Colorado

UCS Science Network

Michael Latner/UCS

October 15, 2018

November Elections and the Art of Voter Suppression

Michael Latner
Former UCS Fellow

Photo: Alex Edelman/AP Images

October 12, 2018

Why Andrew Wheeler’s Social Media Actions Matter

Andrew Rosenberg
Former Contributor

Photo: Diliff/Wikimedia Commons

October 11, 2018

Scientists Cut Out of EPA’s Particulate Pollution Standard Setting

Gretchen Goldman
President & CEO of UCS

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