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How Can We Defend Government Science from Political Interference?

Last updated: September 14, 2024 7:16 pm
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Protecting Scientific Integrity in Government Agencies: A Blueprint for the Future

As the 2024 presidential election draws near, the outcome will have a significant impact on the ability of federal agencies to uphold science-based decision-making for the benefit of communities nationwide. It is crucial that the next administration prioritizes scientific integrity and avoids political interference, as failure to do so could jeopardize the health and safety of millions of Americans.

Today, we are unveiling a comprehensive report titled “Protecting Government Science from Political Interference: A Blueprint for Defending Scientific Integrity and Safeguarding the Public.” This report offers a set of robust recommendations that the incoming presidential administration can adopt to bolster the state of scientific integrity within federal agencies.

In conducting our analysis, we found notable deficiencies in the protection of science at various agencies. While progress has been made in strengthening scientific integrity policies under the current administration, many agencies are ill-equipped to implement essential aspects of these policies effectively.

Challenges to Scientific Integrity

Science serves as the foundation of governmental operations, with federal agencies relying on research to ensure the well-being of the population. From tracking hurricanes to monitoring infectious diseases and informing foreign policies, agencies like NOAA, CDC, and DOS heavily rely on science for their decision-making processes.

However, political interference in scientific processes has been a longstanding issue, with leaders from both political parties meddling in scientific matters at federal agencies since the 1950s. These violations of scientific integrity disproportionately impact marginalized communities, exacerbating existing inequalities.

There have been numerous instances of politics undermining government science, from suppressing reports on endangered species and mercury emissions to editing out scientific content on voter fraud and tipping practices. These actions erode public trust in governmental institutions and pose a threat to evidence-based policymaking.

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Challenges in Implementation

Our report assessed the implementation of scientific integrity policies across 38 federal agencies, focusing on key metrics such as updated policies, designated integrity officials, and reporting on investigations into violations. Alarmingly, a majority of agencies failed to meet these requirements, indicating a lack of compliance with established guidelines.

Agencies that engaged with the public through soliciting comments on draft policies scored higher, underscoring the importance of transparency and public engagement in upholding scientific integrity. Notably, agencies like FEMA, US Army Corps of Engineering, and the Department of the Treasury performed poorly in our analysis.

On the other hand, agencies like NOAA, DOI, EPA, USDA, and USGS demonstrated stronger adherence to scientific integrity practices. However, agencies with a history of attacks on science, such as the CDC and the White House, also scored poorly in our evaluation.

Path Forward

Ensuring scientific integrity in government agencies is a non-partisan imperative that transcends political divides. The next administration must prioritize scientific integrity to uphold good governance and decision-making based on sound scientific evidence.

Our report outlines essential recommendations to safeguard scientific integrity, including increased training opportunities, clear scientific clearance procedures, protection against retaliation for whistleblowers, annual reporting on integrity status, and robust monitoring of policy implementation.

By embracing these recommendations, the next administration can strengthen scientific integrity across federal agencies and uphold the principles of evidence-based policymaking for the benefit of all Americans.

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