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Hilarious government publication article defending government science

  There is a government publication known as Issues that covers scientific discussions on various topics within the scientific community. One of the more recent articles by Dr. Leigh Turner seems to put forth an interesting supposition that people should not trust the research from private institutions, but completely trust what comes from the government. On top of that, he is more than willing to go after those who do not go with the government mandated story on issues like climate change and stem cell research. He is not a scientist without a voice, so it is disturbing that he wants to shut up others with his platform. Doctor Turner Dr. Leigh Turner is the Executive Director of the University of California at Irvine Bioethics Program and a professor in the Department of Health, Society, and Behavior at UCI. He has a doctorate in Religion and Social Ethics from USC. He has worked at other institutions as a visiting and associate professor while researching ethics in various area...