Public comments can influence the protection of science from political control.

Science Politics Public EngagementJul 2, 2026score 0.842 posts · 1 replies across 2 instances

The thread discusses the importance of public engagement in protecting science from political influence, emphasizing the need for individuals to voice their opinions on a rule that could place political figures in charge of scientific matters.

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Parent: Science PolicyEntity: Scientific GovernanceImpact: positiveDate: Jul 2, 2026Target: Public comments can influence the protection of science from political control.

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Editorial: The most important thing you can do to protect science

Your comments on a dangerous rule putting politicals in charge of science can matter.
https://arstechnica.com/science/2026/07/editorial-the-most-important-thing-you-can-do-to-protect-science/?utm_brand=arstechnica&utm_social-type=owned&utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

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Editorial: It’s time to step up and have your say for science. Your comments on a dangerous rule putting politicals in charge of science can matter. https://arstechnica.com/science/2026/07/editorial-the-most-important-thing-you-can-do-to-protect-science/

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