The a scientist's warning Hotez, Peter J. creator author. text bibliography mdu 2023 monographic eng

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218 pages "By weaving his experiences with information on the rise of anti-science sentiment, how it was funneled into a movement, and how it has become a tool of far-right political figures around the world, the author opens readers' eyes to the dangerous world it creates. Even as he paints a picture of the world under a shadow of aggressive ignorance, he demonstrates his innate optimism, offering suggestions for how science denial can be met by other active scientists"-- An Army of Patriots Turns against the Scientists -- Health Freedom Propaganda in America -- Red COVID -- An Anti-science Political Ecosystem -- Tough Time to Be a Scientist -- The Authoritarian Playbook -- The Hardest Science Communication Ever -- Southern Poverty Law Center for Scientists. Peter J. Hotez, MD, PhD. Includes bibliographical references and index. Pseudoscience Anti-Vaccination Movement Scientists COVID-19 Propaganda Politics RA644.C67 614.5/924144 Q 172.5.P77 9781421447223 2022052801 DNLM/DLC 221101 20240404133054.0 22848959 eng