The title: In Canada, election results cheer scientists
The quote:
"Harper’s government had been extremely unpopular with scientists, who accused it of ignoring evidence in policymaking, preventing government researchers from speaking publicly about their work, and focusing too much funding on commercially driven applied research. The Liberals have promised to reinstate the position of Chief Scientific Adviser, restore the mandatory long-form census, lift the “muzzle” on government researchers, and invest more in basic research. Trudeau has also said his party will embrace “evidence based policy” and “data-driven decision- making,” do more to address climate change, protect endangered species, and review the environmental impact of major energy and development projects."
That's a big change from Harper. Glad he's out.
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