Scientists Consider Leaving the U.S. Amid Trump Era's Threats to Climate Research

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1 year ago

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Dr. Kevin Trenberth, a notable climate scientist, left the U.S. in 2019 due to increasing hostility towards climate science under President Trump.
The political climate has forced many scientists to engage in self-censorship and avoid direct discussions about climate change in their research.
Trenberth emphasizes the dire consequences of insufficient climate research funding, which threatens the survival of the planet.
Rose Abramoff, who worked abroad before returning to the U.S., believes fighting for climate science is crucial due to America's significant role in global emissions.
Abramoff warns against self-censorship and encourages scientists to stand firm against political pressures to maintain scientific integrity.

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