Political Quotes

On the recordOctober 26, 2021
If a scientist stands up and says something that they know is not true, it's a career-ending thing.
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Bill Foster
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Foster emphasizes the accountability of scientists compared to meatpacking CEOs.

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