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Los Angeles Times: Concerned about Trump, scientists are leaning into politics
Like many scientists, Aaron Parsons doesnât have a history of political engagement. Instead of focusing on earthly concerns, the UC Berkeley radio astronomer spent most of his time scanning the outer reaches of the cosmos, searching for the earliest stars in the universe. âWeâre looking for when the lights turned on,â he said. But after […]
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The Atlantic: Professor Smith Goes to Washington
In response to the new presidentâs stances on a range of issues, more scientists are preparing to run for political office. For American science, the next four years look to be challenging. The newly inaugurated President Trump, and many of his Cabinet picks, have repeatedly cast doubt upon the reality of human-made climate change, questioned […]
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