When Science and Politics Clash

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Distinguished science journalist Laura Helmuth will discuss her recent, embattled tenure as editor-in-chief of Scientific American, during which she criticized Trump’s science policies and endorsed Biden and Harris for President.

Helmuth, former science editor for The Washington Post and Slate, will offer thoughts on how science and journalism can remain “objective” in a politically polarized era.

For background on speaker Laura Helmuth, read John Horgan's column "Scientific American Loses Its Bold Leader."

Tuesday, March 26
3 - 4 p.m.
Via Zoom