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Science and the 2008 Election
With the 2008 Congressional and Presidential elections approaching, scientists are eager to hear the candidates address important topics relevant to scientific research including climate change, stem cells, renewable energy and bioethics. While many of these topics are addressed in the context of larger policy issues such as health care, the environment and world politics, there has been no focused discussion on science issues among the Presidential candidates. Several groups have initiated efforts that range from planning a debate on science to collecting and distributing information on the candidates’ views. Below is a list of resources.
- Science Debate 2008
- Supported by dozens of distinguished scientists, government officials, and scientific organizations, this effort is aimed at sponsoring a debate on scientific topics for the Presidential candidates. A debate has been scheduled for April 18 at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, PA.
- Research!America
- Based on the results of questionnaires sent to each of the Presidential campaigns, Research!America presents the views of each candidate. Features include the ability to compare and contrast candidates’ views. Later in the election season, responses to the questionnaire sent to Congressional candidates will also be available.
- Science Cures
- The Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB) has initiated a web site that provides tools for scientists to get involved in the 2008 elections. The site highlights the importance of the National Institutes of Health at the local, state and national levels as well as tools for becoming an advocate for scientific research in the 2008 elections.
- AAAS
- The AAAS has prepared a comparison of the Presidential candidates’ views on scientific issues based on information provided on the campaigns’ official websites as well as other resources.