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The awkward stand-off between science and politics

Posted on 30 August 2011 by Peter Boyer

The tendency of some politicians to seek to denigrate scientists and their work threatens our prospects of dealing with future change. [30 August 2011 | Peter Boyer] Last week Julia Gillard’s chief climate science adviser, Professor Will Steffen, crossed Bass … Continue reading →

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Replacing science with empty reassurances

Posted on 23 March 2010 by Peter Boyer

After an election campaign almost devoid of climate debate, and with media dominated by anti-science rhetoric, Tasmanians might be forgiven for thinking the climate crisis has evaporated. How wrong that would be. [23 March 2010 | Peter Boyer] For those who … Continue reading →

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