Science can be used to illuminate and expand our knowledge. But it can also be misused for political purposes or economic gain.
In a starred review, Publishers Weekly wrote, “Oreskes and Conway tell an important story about the misuse of science to mislead the public on matters ranging from the risks of smoking to the reality of global warming … This book deserves serious attention for the lessons it provides about the misuse of science for political and commercial ends.”
Vice President Al Gore said: “Naomi Oreskes and Erik Conway have demonstrated what many of us have long suspected: that the ‘debate” over the climate crisis—and many other environmental issues—was manufactured by the same people who brought you ‘safe’ cigarettes. Anyone concerned about the state of democracy in America should read this book.”
In advance of the reading, Oreskes will also appear on KUER 90.1 FM’s “RadioWest” program on February 24 at 11:00 a.m. and again at 7:00 p.m.
Funding for Oreskes’ reading is provided by the Cultural Vision Fund.
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