One of the most pernicious, ongoing anti-science actions is the abuse of state open records laws to target state university researchers and other publicly-funded scientists.
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A Persistent Problem and Our Updated Guide to State Open Records LawsRead More
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October Update: Trump is Silencing Science About Once Every Four DaysRead More
We took a look at science under the first 1,000 days of Trump, we're countering the White House's attack on science advice, and more.
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Here’s How Science Has Suffered During the First 1,000 Days of TrumpRead More
Under Trump, the federal government has attacked science 249 times—or roughly once every four days since the November 2016 elections.
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CSLDF Among 77 Groups Asking Trump Administration to Restore Science AdviceRead More
Federal scientific advisory boards have a critical role in ensuring evidence-based policies, and the effort to disband these boards is harmful to the scientific endeavor.
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September Update: Recent Events at NOAA, Our GSA Activities, and MoreRead More
Events at NOAA highlight strengths and shortcomings of scientific integrity policies, how to contact us for free legal advice, and more.
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Events at NOAA Highlight Strengths and Shortcomings of Agency Scientific Integrity PoliciesRead More
President Trump’s recent tweets about Hurricane Dorian have resulted in another type of storm that highlights the need for stronger protections for scientific integrity—especially at federal agencies.
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August Update: We're Fighting for Scientific IntegrityRead More
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CSLDF Helps Climate Scientist Maria Caffrey Fight for Scientific IntegrityRead More
Maria Caffrey was forced out of her job at the National Park Service in 2019. We helped her file a whistleblower complaint against the Trump administration to contest this unlawful retribution.
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New Publication: What to Expect When You're an Expert WitnessRead More
This guide helps scientists know what to expect—and what to safeguard against—when they agree to provide expert testimony to judges and juries.
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New Publication: Advocating for Science in a Politicized EnvironmentRead More
Our newest resource will help scientists from all disciplines understand U.S. anti-lobbying restrictions and other political laws, so they can safely and effectively advocate for the issues of importance to them.
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