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Putting Science to Work for Security: A Call to Prevent Nuclear Testing

Scientists have a role to play in protecting our collective future by speaking in opposition to a resumption of nuclear weapons testing.

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Denial, Restriction and Manipulation: New Trump Administration Targets Voting Rights, Fair Representation

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November 21, 2017

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Climate change is here. Can California's infrastructure handle it?

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Coal-burning Dynegy Wants a Handout. Will Illinois Give It to Them?

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November 17, 2017

Hey Congress! Here's Why You Can't Scrap The Electric Vehicle Tax Credit

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November 16, 2017

Giving Thanks to Climate Researchers of the Federal Agencies

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November 16, 2017

Tesla, Electric Semi-Trucks and Equity

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4 Ways to Discuss Congressional Budget Riders at the Dinner Table this Thanksgiving

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November 15, 2017

Seven States Take Big Next Step on Climate: Here’s the What, Why, and How

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November 15, 2017

UCS to Nuclear Regulatory Commission: Big THANKS!

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November 14, 2017

Water in an Uncertain Future: Planning the New Normal

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One Simple Trick to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

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November 14, 2017

In Australia, Too, Shareholders Demand Climate Transparency from Fossil Fuel Companies

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Whose Finger Is on the Button? Nuclear Launch Authority in the United States and Other Nations

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Trump Nominee Kathleen Hartnett White Ignores Climate Change In Her Own Backyard

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November 8, 2017

Scientists, Please Don’t Listen to Scott Pruitt

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November 8, 2017

Would Chemical Safety Measures Under Dourson Protect Military Families? Probably Not.

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Grand Gulf: Three Nuclear Safety Miscues in Mississippi Warranting NRC’s Attention

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While We Aren’t Paying Attention, the Trump Administration is Making Products Less Safe

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