What to expect for climate change, health care, technology and more under the administration
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Dan Rather: Now, More Than Ever, We Must Stand Up for Science
The Trump administration is outlining policies that put our response to climate change in deep jeopardy and threaten to change the fundamental direction of science in the U.S.
Trump's Victory and the Politics of Resentment
A political scientist’s research explains a lot about why true-blue Wisconsin turned red in 2016, and about the mood of rural and small town America
Voter Embarrassment about Trump Support May Have Messed Up Poll Predictions
One behavioral scientist thinks emotion and fear of stigma led respondents to mislead pollsters on purpose
Trump's Plans to Shake Up the Tech World
Look for the president-elect to pick a new FCC chairman, limit online privacy protections and stem the flow of tech talent from other countries
Climate Trumps Everything, No Matter Who Is President
Donald Trump should pursue climate action to achieve his own economic, jobs and competitiveness goals
Richard Dawkins and Other Prominent Scientists React to Trump’s Win
What the election results mean for science, in gut responses from Scientific American’s Board of Advisers
Trump's Victory and the Neuroscience of Rage
To understand this election you must understand the brain’s threat detection mechanism
Could Trump Simply Withdraw U.S. from Paris Climate Agreement?
It's possible, but tricky, and could undermine global cooperation on other issues
Physics Doesn't Care Who Was Elected President
Eight worrisome climate patterns are well underway, regardless of politics
Numbers Cruncher: Why Trump’s Win Blindsided the Big Polls
Changing technology and fickle humans are pushing art into the science of aggregating surveys
5 Ways Trump's Win Can Change Medicine and Science
Priorities at the NIH, the BRAIN Initiative, drug price controls and more initiatives could shift in major ways
Yes, Trump Is Scary, but Don't Lose Faith in Progress
In spite of occasional backward lurches, like Trump's election, humanity should keep getting healthier, wealthier, more peaceful and more free.
No Plan B at Climate Talks, Given Trump Win
But leaders from other nations vow to band together to meet emissions targets
How Quickly Could Obamacare Be Erased?
Certain congressional actions could help overcome the threat of a Senate filibuster
How President-Elect Trump Views Science
The victor’s opinions about 20 subjects, from climate change to public health
What Trump's Surprise Victory Could Mean for Science
His stunning win took many people in both parties by surprise—and scientists are only beginning to process the possible fallout
Trump’s Election Could Threaten Global Climate Agreement
But China could push back if U.S. seeks to renege
Explaining Donald Trump's Shock Election Win
Five factors behind America’s staggering decision
How Scientists Reacted to the U.S. Election Results
Trump victory generates shock, disbelief and fear of funding cuts
Donald Trump's Presidential Election Win Stuns Scientists
Republicans sweep White House and U.S. Congress, with uncertain implications for research
What the 2016 Election Results Mean for Health
Voters sent some strong signals on marijuana use and assisted suicide
The Hyper-Polarization of America
This year's campaign might be the worst yet, but the anger and divisiveness didn't start with Trump and Clinton—and it won't end anytime soon
Trump's Views on Science Are Shockingly Ignorant
His statements show a disregard for science that is alarming in a candidate for high office
Trump Picks Top Climate Skeptic to Lead EPA Transition
Choosing Myron Ebell means Trump plans to drastically reshape climate policies