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Let Scientists Speak Out
Target: U.S. Federal Agencies
Sponsored by: Union of Concerned Scientists
Sponsored by: Union of Concerned Scientists
While federal government scientists play a critical role in protecting our health, safety and environment, many report that they are often discouraged from sharing their scientific research and analysis with the media and the public. In fact, a recent Union of Concerned Scientists investigation found that the media policies and practices of some federal agencies effectively censor scientists, impeding their ability to discuss their work with their peers and with interested journalists who convey research findings to the public.
Other federal agencies—like NASA—have changed their policies to allow their scientists far greater freedom in meeting their public service missions, demonstrating that it is possible for the government to do better.
Federal scientists must feel free to speak out about research findings that impact our lives. Please urge federal agency leaders to improve their agencies' media policies.
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# 18,129:
12:26 am PST, Nov 8,
Miguel Dias, New York
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12:30 pm PST, Nov 7,
Melissa McCormick, California
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11:27 am PST, Nov 7,
Annie Walton, Washington
# 18,126:
12:41 am PST, Nov 7,
Sarah Piepenburg, Wisconsin
# 18,125:
3:47 pm PST, Nov 5,
Barbara Raisbeck, Oregon
# 18,124:
2:46 pm PST, Nov 5,
Monica Smith, Massachusetts
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9:08 am PST, Nov 5,
Jen Feder, Massachusetts
# 18,122:
8:40 pm PST, Nov 4,
Laurie McLeod Shoppach, Arizona
From the knowledge I have of understanding the Scientific point of view. Scientists argue about their findings amoung themselves, they test to proof their points, although they do'nt like it, they are open to changing their opinions if their tests are proven incorrect for they are human, too. Normally, one or two of them will come across something that is extremely important for all entities globally and on local levels to know about, others confirm it with further testing of their own, the need for the truth in the answer is always there. Perhaps this is why, the hush up of the scientific community is so important for those who have something to fear. Even at the detriment of innocents being involved. I have heard it said that technologically the advances we have made in many fields is up to 50 years ahead of our time. That say's alot about mentality does it not. Fear and or greed should not be a reason to keep those who are objective about their findings from going forth so they can see the light of day. Look how far they have brought us, out of the dark ages. Just look around you at all our advances in all arena's when we've listened. Scientists do what they do for a reason, again they search for the truth. Allow them to speak the truth those with close minded hearts and minds when the evidence is in PLEASE ALLOW IT TO GO FORWARD FOR EVERY ENTITIES SAKE, FOR ALL ON THIS PLANET DESERVE TO SURVIVE IN A HOSPITABLE, HEALTHY ENVIROMENT!
From the knowledge I have of understanding the Scientific point of view. Scientists argue about their findings amoung themselves, they test to proof their points, although they do'nt like it, they are open to changing their opinions if their tests are proven incorrect for they are human, too. Normally, one or two of them will come across something that is extremely important for all entities globally and on local levels to know about, others confirm it with further testing of their own, the need for the truth in the answer is always there. Perhaps this is why, the hush up of the scientific community is so important for those who have something to fear. Even at the detriment of innocents being involved. I have heard it said that technologically the advances we have made in many fields is up to 50 years ahead of our time. That say's alot about mentality does it not. Fear and or greed should not be a reason to keep those who are objective about their findings from going forth so they can see the light of day. Look how far they have brought us, out of the dark ages. Just look around you at all our advances in all arena's when we've listened. Scientists do what they do for a reason, again they search for the truth. Allow them to speak the truth those with close minded hearts and minds when the evidence is in PLEASE ALLOW IT TO GO FORWARD FOR EVERY ENTITIES SAKE, FOR ALL ON THIS PLANET DESERVE TO SURVIVE IN A HOSPITABLE, HEALTHY ENVIROMENT!
# 18,121:
4:52 pm PST, Nov 4,
Name not displayed, Nevada
# 18,120:
9:21 am PST, Nov 4,
Amanda Collins, Florida
# 18,119:
6:08 am PST, Nov 4,
Dustin McVey, California
# 18,118:
5:48 am PST, Nov 4,
Tenya Economou, Connecticut
# 18,117:
6:15 pm PST, Nov 3,
Elisa Covarrubias, Georgia
# 18,116:
4:05 pm PST, Nov 3,
Ellyse Adele Vitiello, California
If there is another side to the story I would like to know what it is. Please feel free to contact me with another point of view. What seems beyond questioning to one of us may not be the case for the another. I am curious.
If there is another side to the story I would like to know what it is. Please feel free to contact me with another point of view. What seems beyond questioning to one of us may not be the case for the another. I am curious.
# 18,115:
3:55 pm PST, Nov 3,
Elizabeth Siefert, Wisconsin
# 18,114:
9:29 am PST, Nov 3,
Kathi Brewer, Illinois
# 18,113:
1:28 am PST, Nov 3,
David Bishop, Wisconsin
We have a right to know.
We have a right to know.
# 18,112:
6:39 pm PST, Nov 2,
Jan Macafee, Michigan
It is beyond comprehension that educated people with fine minds should be muzzled. They are the ones who should be allowed to speak, who must be heard. No one has to believe everything they say, but surely, what THEY have to say has more validity than most. Information must at all costs be available to all, scientists and public alike.
It is beyond comprehension that educated people with fine minds should be muzzled. They are the ones who should be allowed to speak, who must be heard. No one has to believe everything they say, but surely, what THEY have to say has more validity than most. Information must at all costs be available to all, scientists and public alike.
# 18,111:
3:38 pm PST, Nov 2,
Judith LoVuolo-Bhushan, California
It's about ingenuity, creativity, jobs, and $$$ for the economy...
It's about ingenuity, creativity, jobs, and $$$ for the economy...
# 18,110:
3:34 pm PST, Nov 2,
Marissa Chiappetta, Florida
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12:20 pm PST, Nov 1,
Tracey Wood, Georgia
# 18,108:
9:33 am PST, Nov 1,
Angel Grape, Idaho
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7:46 am PST, Nov 1,
Ginger Byrd, Georgia
# 18,106:
10:28 pm PDT, Oct 31,
Judy Miller, New Mexico
The public should not be kept at bay when it comes to these issues that can directly impact them. Knowledge is power; the power to prevent, the power to prepare, etc. Too many secrets are already kept from us by the government. Keeping the public informed, promotes TRUST in their government.
The public should not be kept at bay when it comes to these issues that can directly impact them. Knowledge is power; the power to prevent, the power to prepare, etc. Too many secrets are already kept from us by the government. Keeping the public informed, promotes TRUST in their government.
# 18,105:
8:56 am PDT, Oct 31,
Name not displayed, Massachusetts
# 18,104:
6:56 am PDT, Oct 31,
John F. Daum, Jr., New York
# 18,103:
11:50 pm PDT, Oct 30,
Marion Horton, Illinois
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7:09 pm PDT, Oct 30,
Susan H. Robinson, Ohio
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5:35 pm PDT, Oct 30,
Kandice Sessions, Utah