Trust and Mistrust in Americans’ Views of Scientific Experts
Written by Black Hot Fire Network on October 30, 2024
In an era when science and politics often appear to collide, public confidence in scientists is on the upswing, and six-in-ten Americans say scientists should play an active role in policy debates about scientific issues, according to a new Pew Research Center survey.
The survey finds public confidence in scientists on par with confidence in the military. It also exceeds the levels of public confidence . . .