Why losing trust in expertise threatens democracy | The Excerpt
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as posted by the channelFrom “follow the science” during COVID to universities accused of activism, the gap between experts and the public is widening. Roger Pielke Jr. explains why expertise doesn’t just mean a PhD, how media silos deepen divides, and why experts must serve all Americans—not just those who share their politics.
* Please note, this interview was recorded on 8/19/25
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