White House executive order gives political appointees power to dismiss scientific research
By
Michael Mann
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Summary
The article argues that a new White House executive order called "Restoring Gold Standard Science" is a deceptive move that actually undermines scientific independence in the US. While the order claims to promote transparent and rigorous research, it gives political appointees the power to dismiss research they disagree with and punish scientists who do not comply, effectively paving the way for state-controlled science.
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At face value, this order promises a commitment to federally funded research that is 'transparent, rigorous, and impactful'
But hidden beneath the scientific rhetoric is a plan that would destroy scientific independence in the US by giving political appointees the latitude to dismiss entire bodies of research and punish researchers who fail to fall in line
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