Discrimination

Academics can do more to help disadvantaged communities in the U.S.

The Comstock Act is part of a federal case over access to abortion pills. A historical science-fiction writer weighs in on the legacy of 19th-century prudishness

Courts hand down conflicting decisions often. Here’s how this has played out with mifepristone

Law enforcement should fight crime, violence, and corruption and not pretend its job is to shrink the illicit drug supply enough to prevent its use

Functional neurological disorders are very real, and medical compassion is an important part of treatment

Science applies to every important social issue. Saying so doesn’t make us “unscientific”

STEM professionals must stand against the white supremacy and scientific racism that fuels arguments against affirmative action

A study of gamer behavior finds they shy away from gay characters, regardless of their strengths

The Census Bureau must improve its data anonymization methods to protect vulnerable groups

For humanity’s brightest future, the blue-sky, lofty thinkers in AI need the help of the muddy-boots pragmatists

Multiple strategies—including speech therapy—can help those whose voice and gender identity are not aligned and can improve their quality of life

Offering mental health services across state lines can aid children and families struggling to find gender-affirming services