Climate Science Gets a Seat in Congress with Eric Sorensen

Representative Eric Sorensen of Illinois brings his background as a
meteorologist to the halls of Congress, advocating for
science-based policy amid intensifying climate threats. In this
episode, he shares how personal experiences with extreme weather
shaped his career and why protecting agencies like the National
Weather Service is more urgent than ever. Sorensen also discusses
the political challenges of defending climate science and makes a
compelling case for why more scientists should enter public office.
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