Do Climate Marches Encourage Others to Take Action?
When it comes to changing people's perceptions, a study suggests that the climate movement may be different from other causes.
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Meet the Biggest Climate Skeptics Up for Re-Election in 2018
We looked into the environmental records of House members who face tough races in November.
How Scientists Can Make Facts Great Again
Scientists looking to regain public trust need to speak clearly—and also to listen.
At the Vienna Science March, a Global Battle Between Reason and Ideology
This weekend in Vienna, American scientists called for international solidarity to defend facts — while Austrians worried about ideologues next…
Will the Big Turnout for the Science March Help or Hurt Its Cause?
While the public is polarized on many scientific issues, it holds scientists and science in relatively high esteem—at…
‘I Never Expected to Have to Defend Science’: Scenes From the March for Science in Washington, D.C.
It was perhaps the greatest show of political activism among American scientists in a generation. By Francie Diep…
What’s Motivating People to March for Science?
A survey finds one big reason is to express opposition to political attacks. By Tom Jacobs (Photo: Saul…
Education Won’t Fix Climate Policy — but Campaign Finance Reform Might
Powerful industrial interests have hijacked the climate debate. Until we blunt their influence, education can only go so…
What It’s Like to Be a Scientist in Congress: Bill Foster
It’s a fraught time for science and the American government. In his first few weeks in office, President…
What It’s Like to Be a Scientist in Congress: Jerry McNerney
In the weeks since assuming office, President Donald Trump has elevated several climate change deniers to key positions…