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Get Involved in Science Policymaking at the State Level (All 50 US States!)
How is scientific information, and research more generally, used in policymaking? Sheeva summarizes the science research and policy ecosystem as used in the legislatures of all 50 states (and DC).
5 Ways to Plug into Political Campaigns as a Scientist or Science Communicator
Scientists can enhance political discourse by volunteering their expertise for campaigns.
Who gets elected, stays elected: Taxpayer-funded franking, incumbency, and the rise of digital media influence
Incumbents in Congress benefit from franking privilege, which incentivizes communication with constituents and aids in re-election efforts.
Why You Should Hire Fancy Comma, LLC for Science-Based Political Campaign Communications
Hire Fancy Comma, LLC for nonpartisan science communication for political campaigns to create compelling narratives that engage voters effectively.
A Scientist in Politics, Part 8: Working across party lines for a woman president
Sheeva Azma reflects on her experiences working on the Nikki Haley and Kamala Harris political campaigns in the 2024 election cycle.
Will Scientists Heed the Data on Public Trust in Science?
Sheeva unpacks data from the November 2024 report from Pew Research titled “Public Trust in Scientists and Views on Their Role in Policymaking.”
The Case for Reading White House Speechwriters’ Memoirs — And Some Obama-Era Ones to Peruse
Sheeva makes the case for reading memoirs of multiple White House speechwriters in the same administration to learn about the full presidential speechwriting experience.
A Scientist’s Guide to US Political Campaign Roles
Scientists can leverage their skills to work on political campaigns.
20 Key Science Policy Takeaways from the AAAS Annual Meeting
Sheeva Azma shares 20 key science policy takeaways from the 2024 AAAS Annual Meeting.
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