When Science Meets Power

In this insightful analysis, Geoff Mulgan explores the complex relationship between science and politics, highlighting the growing tensions caused by science's expanding influence and authority in societal decision-making. He emphasizes the differences between science as a pursuit of knowledge and politics as a realm of values and feelings, proposing the need for effective cooperation between the two. The book offers ideas on how to ensure that democratic decisions are both well-informed and legitimate by fostering improved collaboration between scientific expertise and political processes.