Forget Philosopher-Kings, We Need Scientist-Policymakers

On September 1, 2014, Posted by , In The Midnight Watch, By , With Comments Off on Forget Philosopher-Kings, We Need Scientist-Policymakers

Of all of the pathologies plaguing Congress today—partisan gridlock, a de facto three-day workweek, a revolving door between elected officials and lobbyists— one in particular commands little attention— its lack of professional diversity. When Congress’ homogeneity receives criticism, it’s usually an indictment of the fact that most of Congress is…