When Science and Politics Collide

This book explains why science and politics collide, why this is an especially critical problem at this precise time in U.S. history, and what should be done to ensure that science and politics coincide.* Shows the contentious science/policy relationship through examples of current controversies * A [...]
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This book explains why science and politics collide, why this is an especially critical problem at this precise time in U.S. history, and what should be done to ensure that science and politics coincide.* Shows the contentious science/policy relationship through examples of current controversies * Argues that America's historic commitment to scientific progress, human rights, and democracy is at risk * Emphasizes the importance of science to intelligent public policymaking* Offers suggestions for how to improve the communication between science and politics