Science & Democracy Resources

We quantified Californians' exposure to dangerous air pollution. Particulate matter disproportionately affects Californians of color and low-income communities.

The Trump administration's pattern of undermining science is damaging our health and safety. Scientists and their allies are pushing back—and Congress should join them.

UCS is proud to announce the 2018 Science Defenders—five individuals and groups who have taken a stand for science even in this hostile climate.

Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke and his political appointees have overseen relentless attacks on science and put our nation's parks, health, and wildlife at risk.

Michigan has implemented a more restrictive electoral system relative to other states, and heavy gerrymandering makes it more difficult for the state's citizens to hold their representatives accountable.

Military communities face serious health risks from a class of chemicals known as PFAS. The Trump administration tried to hide the severity of the risks. Now it's time to act.

Their stark simplicity jars drivers into considering the meaning of their words.

Restrictive election laws distort representation and weaken the ability of environmental justice communities to protect their health and safety.

We asked federal scientists what it's like to work in the Trump administration. Their answers point to widespread, serious problems that should concern all of us.