Does this Congress promote our general welfare like the Constitution says they should? Sheeva says: not really.
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Countdown to the 2026 US Midterm Elections
Politics moves fast! It’s already time for the 2026 midterms cycle.
How to Use Congress.gov for Research
Congress.gov is a powerful website — if you know how to use it.
Loper Bright: an Explainer for Scientists
Toby Shu explains the impact of the Loper Bright Supreme Court decision, which relates to scientific expertise in government.
Neuroscience in the Real World: Do Scientists and Lawyers See Eye to Eye?
Scientists don’t see eye-to-eye on science, argues Ella Lesher, as she breaks down the differences between scientific and legal evidence.
The Supreme Court at a Scientific Crossroads
“We can’t assume that good science automatically translates into good policy through agency expertise,” writes Ella Lesher.
Communicating Uncertainty Is Part of Science
What you don’t know can shape what you know, argues Toby Shu.
Ignoring the Evidence: The Skrmetti Decision
The Supreme Court upheld Tennessee’s SB1, limiting gender-affirming care for minors, disregarding significant medical consensus.
In Government Spending, Congress Has the Power of the Purse
An appropriations bill starts out as just an idea of spending priorities, but by the end of its journey in Congress, it is what keeps our government running.
5 Ways Scientists Can Fearlessly Shape Science Policy
Scientists should understand politics to navigate the science policy world.
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