The conflation of science with ideology lies at the heart of modern anti-intellectualism. Science is a process of discovery, while ideology is a prescriptive framework of belief. This distinction is…
In 2023, global measles cases surged by 45% compared to pre-pandemic levels—a direct consequence of vaccine hesitancy fueled by decades of anti-science rhetoric. This is not an anomaly but a…
Scientific skepticism is not organic—it is engineered by actors who profit from chaos, ideological gridlock, and public confusion. Below are two archetypes of beneficiaries, their strategies, and the systems that…
A 2023 Science Advances study found that 52% of Americans struggle to distinguish factual statements from opinion—a stark indicator of a world where belief often eclipses evidence. In this landscape,…
Science is humanity’s most resilient tool for navigating complexity—a self-correcting process that thrives on doubt, not dogma. When Galileo’s telescope shattered geocentrism, or when the COVID-19 pandemic saw 90% of…
The psychological mechanisms driving FAFO (Fucked Around and Found Out) behavior among political groups have been a subject of increasing interest in recent years. This phenomenon, characterized by individuals or…
The intricate relationship between federal funding and state contributions has long been a subject of fascination and analysis among policy analysts, political scientists, and informed citizens alike. At the heart…
Introduction: Lessons from the FieldIn my earlier piece, The Psychological Mechanisms Driving FAFO, I explored how cognitive biases and social identity fuel rigid political behaviors. But a critical oversight emerged: framing…
In a striking turn of events, the Republican Party's recent strategy to avoid in-person town halls has become a textbook example of "FAFO"—"Fucked Around and Found Out." After implementing controversial…
The Allies That Weren’t For years, evangelical Christian charities have been some of the most vocal supporters of Donald Trump, embracing his presidency as a victory for their values. Many…