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The Daily Show and the War on Science

From the media blackout on a recent study confirming global warming, to conservatives’ war on science, the Daily Show nails it once again.
By Ken Paulman

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Most readers of this site are probably aware of the recent skeptic-funded Berkeley study that confirmed, once again, that the earth is warming. And most are probably aware that this study received practically zero media attention.

What story could possibly be more important? Watch:

But that’s not the best part. The Daily Show takes it a step further, with this spot-on mockery of conservative demonization of scientists:

Aasif Mandvi’s interview with GOP strategist Noelli Nikpour defies parody. 

Ken Paulman is the director of impact at Canary Media. He was previously the founder and director of the Energy News Network, which merged with Canary Media in 2025.

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