The American Geophysical Union has created a network of 30 individuals from diverse disciplines who will advocate for science in their congressional districts.
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Former NASA Administrator Weighs in on New Space Agency Head
Charles Bolden, who led NASA during the Obama administration, tells Eos that the new director can do a good job if he focuses on the agency’s mission, listens to the staff, and remains apolitical.
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New NASA Administrator Sworn In
Bridenstine says bipartisanship “is important in space.” Many Democrats, however, worry that he will be too partisan.
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Senate OK’s New NASA Head by Razor-Thin Margin
Bridenstine, the first politician to lead the agency, is urged to run NASA in a nonpartisan manner and to support its science missions.
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YOU Should Advocate for Science
Are you engaged in rigorous science? If so, ask your elected representatives to fund it robustly and predictably and to oppose policies that impede scientific progress.
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Snapshots of March for Science Signs Across the Globe
From chemical puns and censorship to the spectrum of awesome and a touch of magic, signs at this year’s events showcased the science marchers’ creativity and passion…and a bit of humor.
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Societal Impacts Collection Continues to Grow
There have been further additions to the highly successful “Earth and Space Science is Essential for Society” collection of commentaries.
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Thousands Take to the Hill to March for Science
Protestors in the U.S. capital echoed pleas from last year, calling for greater appreciation of and support for science, less political interference, and increased diversity in scientific pursuits.
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Former EPA Chief Decries Attacks on Science
Gina McCarthy also expresses concern about the current state of the agency.
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James Reilly to Take the Helm at USGS
He said that scientific integrity would be one of his highest priorities if he were to lead the agency.