Scientific American Endorses Kamala Harris for President

The magazine's second-ever presidential endorsement sparks controversy over the politicization of science.

Scientific American endorsed Kamala Harris, marking only the second presidential endorsement in its 179-year history.
The magazine highlighted Harris's positions on healthcare, climate change, reproductive rights, and technology as reasons for their endorsement.
Critics argue that such endorsements undermine public trust in scientific publications and contribute to political polarization.
A study cited by multiple sources suggests that previous endorsements by scientific journals have led to reduced trust in those publications among opposing political supporters.
Prominent voices in the scientific and journalistic communities have expressed concern over the potential damage to Scientific American's credibility and reputation.