<p>Scientific American's endorsement of Kamala Harris for president ignited a ferocious debate in the science community. Is she the best choice for advancing science, as her supporters contend, or is it unwise for researchers and scientific institutions to back political candidates? </p>

Scientific American's endorsement of Kamala Harris for president ignited a ferocious debate in the science community. Is she the best choice for advancing science, as her supporters contend, or is it unwise for researchers and scientific institutions to back political candidates?

Is Science Too Political? If So, What Do We Do About It?

Health scares seem to lurk around every corner these days. From "toxic" pesticides to "ultra-processed" foods and BPA, the list of things that can supposedly kill us is endless. How do you spot genuine threats amid all the clickbait? Join the American Council on Science and Health each week as we separate science fact from science fiction.

Share Is Science Too Political? If So, What Do We Do About It?

Sign up to save your podcasts

Is Science Too Political? If So, What Do We Do About It?

Is Science Too Political? If So, What Do We Do About It?

More shows like ACSH Science Dispatch

TED Radio Hour

Radiolab

Freakonomics Radio

Planet Money

WSJ Opinion: Potomac Watch

Science Friday

The Fifth Column

3 Martini Lunch

The Libertarian

The Commentary Magazine Podcast

The McCarthy Report

RealClearPolitics Podcast

People I (Mostly) Admire

The Economics of Everyday Things

Breaking History