CLEAN : Thousands in Los Angeles join March for Science

The transcript emphasizes the importance of recognizing science as a reality and the need for evidence-based policies. It highlights the critical role of public and government funding in scientific advancements and encourages collective action to support pro-science policies. The speaker stresses the importance of showing that many Americans value and understand science, advocating for unity in promoting scientific thought and intelligence.

Why is it important for children to understand that science is real?

• To ensure they can create fictional stories

• To help them develop policies based on myths

• To encourage them to ignore current events

• To prepare them for a world that values scientific and rational thought

What is a critical factor for making scientific advancements?

• Social media campaigns

• Private investments

• Public and government funding

• Celebrity endorsements

What is the impact of inadequate NIH funding on science?

• It leads to more scientific breakthroughs

• It causes a decline in scientific progress

• It has no effect on scientific research

• It increases the number of scientific publications

How do pro-science individuals respond to anti-science policies?

• By creating more anti-science policies

• By supporting them

• By banding together and fighting back

• By ignoring them

What values are highlighted by those opposing anti-science policies?

• Tradition and folklore

• Wealth and power

• Ignorance and superstition

• Intelligence and science