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Erik M. Conway
Unveiling the Tactics of Deceptive Science and Public Misinformation
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Author: Erik M. Conway
Narrator: Brian
Format: MP3
ISBN: 9781408824832
Language: English
Publish Date: 05/25/2010
Audiobook length: 31min
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"Merchants of Doubt" by Erik M. Conway is essential listening for anyone interested in understanding the intersection of science, policy, and public perception. Scholars, students, and professionals in fields like environmental science, public health, and communication will find valuable insights into how a small group of scientists have influenced public discourse on issues like climate change and tobacco safety. Additionally, activists, policymakers, and the general public seeking to navigate misinformation in today’s complex media landscape will benefit from the lessons on skepticism, critical thinking, and the ethical implications of scientific advocacy.
3 quotes from Merchants Of Doubt by Erik M. Conway
- The strategies employed by the merchants of doubt are designed not only to create confusion in the public mind, but also to undermine scientific consensus and diminish our capacity for informed decision-making.
- The battle over climate change, like other controversies, is often fought in the courtroom and the media rather than in the laboratory, demonstrating that public perception can be manipulated to favor corporate interests over scientific truths.
- Understanding the history of science denialism reveals a powerful lesson: the fight for truth is not just about evidence, but also about the values and motivations that shape how that evidence is interpreted and disseminated.
