An interview with Lauren Kurtz, director of the Climate Science Legal Defense Fund, where she discusses the politicization of science and the parallels between climate change and COVID-19.
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Science on the BallotOctober 14, 2020 Inside Higher EdLearn MoreThe Sabin Center for Climate Change Law at Columbia University and the Climate Science Legal Defense Fund jointly maintain the Silencing Science Tracker, which keeps a running tally of instances of federal and state government attempts to censor or otherwise inhibit scientific processes or the use of scientific information since the 2016 election.
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October Update: Election Special! Resources for Engaging in PoliticsOctober 8, 2020 CSLDFLearn More
Election Day is nearing, so we’re sharing a few of the resources we’ve created to help scientists of all stripes understand the rules surrounding their political activism.
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Fighting Back Against Climate Disinformation and IntimidationOctober 5, 2020 Warm RegardsLearn MoreLauren Kurtz, director of the Climate Science Legal Defense Fund, discusses how people who care about climate science and climate action can fight back against myths, disinformation, and intimidation.
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Announcing Model Language for Scientific Integrity PoliciesSeptember 24, 2020 CSLDFLearn More
Our model scientific integrity policy will help federal agencies and other research institutions adopt strong, comprehensive policies that protect science and scientists.
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September Update: Announcing Our Newest Scientific Integrity ResourcesSeptember 24, 2020 CSLDFLearn More
Among our recent news: Our model scientific integrity policy serves as a blueprint for federal agencies and other institutions needing to adopt strong, comprehensive policies that protect science.
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Scientific Advocacy and Congressional PowersTuesday, October 13, 2020 from 2–3 PM ET
OnlineLearn MoreJoin us for a free webinar on how scientists can engage in Congressional activism and advocacy without violating anti-lobbying laws.
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How Scientists Can be Involved in the Run Up to the 2020 ElectionMonday, September 28, 2020 at 2–3PM ET
OnlineLearn MoreJoin us for a free webinar on how scientists can be involved in campaigning and other political activities during the 2020 election.
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We're Here to Help Scientists Prepare to Participate in the 2020 ElectionsSeptember 22, 2020 CSLDFLearn More
Join us for two free webinars on September 28 and October 13 about how scientists from all disciplines can engage in electoral politics.
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How Scientists Can Participate in Politics: Understanding the Hatch Act and MoreOctober 8, 2020, from 6:00–7:00 p.m. ET
OnlineLearn MoreIn this free event, CSLDF lawyers will discuss how scientists from all disciplines can fully participate in political campaigns and activism.
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