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“ thought of research less as a way to determine the truth, but just as a method to influence policy and public opinion. If we thought something was 80% likely to be true, there was pressure to "close ranks" and pretend as though it was 100% true, and to avoid publishing anything that contradicted it. ”

That seems to be the general spirit of this time. People feel the need to take sides and then make sure their side wins. Same happens in journalism. Most journalism these days seems to be about supporting a viewpoint and less about conveying neutral or complete information.

Sad that scientists also feel that they should be activists.