From global warming, to climate change, to stem cell research, to biotechnology, to many other technological innovations, independent voters aren’t interested in the usual partisan spin on science issues. Independents want to explore all sides of the scientific debate so they can make informed decisions at the ballot box. Science and technological innovation, when applied in an efficient, ethical, and transparent manner, can serve as vital tools in improving the economy, enhancing our quality of life, and crafting effective public policy. Science is all about questioning the consensus and maintaining an open mind, no matter where the facts may lead.
DEA Chief Administrator Michele Leonhart recently testified before Congress, but carefully avoided the tough questions instead of answering them.
NASA is slowly being considered unnecessary by many in America. However, the arguments against the agency do not account for all factors.
Given the budgets at stake over blood lead levels, the CDC may be trying to get one last battle out of a war that’s already been won.
A new government report shows that honey-production in the U.S., and California in particular, dropped dramatically in 2011. Data from the NASS also shows that honeybee colony numbers are on.
Warmer winter temperatures may have seemed a welcome change from recent extremely cold weather, such as the record breaking winter of 2010, but what are the effects of these abnormal temperatures on climate and wildlife?
The discovery of biomarkers that differentiate between virus-spreading and virus-free aphids could lead to a significant decrease in insecticide use.
Fukushima radiation, radioactive rain-outs and debris will continue to hit the West Coast as does other pollution.
