Gretchen Goldman

Gretchen Goldman is a prominent scientist and advocate known for her work in promoting the integrity of scientific research and data within federal government agencies. As the president of the Union of Concerned Scientists, she has been a vocal critic of political interference in scientific processes, particularly during the Trump administration. Goldman served as a science adviser under President Joe Biden, where she contributed her expertise to ensure that scientific research remains a cornerstone of policy-making. Her recent comments highlight the dangers of political pressure on scientific data, especially following the firing of Bureau of Labour Statistics chief Erika McEntarfer, which she argues undermines the credibility and independence of federal statistical agencies.