ABSTRACT
The saga of the Environmental Protection Agency’s new particulate matter (PM)
rule is yet another example of this Administration’s disregard for and disrespect
of science and scientists-and may signal the beginning of a disturbing trend to
reduce the role of science in protecting the quality of our air. Political interference
in the PM case is clear. And more trouble may be in the wings when it comes
to acceptable levels of ozone pollution and the process for setting the National
Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). For several years, the Union of
Concerned Scientists has been actively monitoring and documenting the misuse
of science in public policy-making. Consider this a call to arms. Now is the time
to engage your elected officials on these issues.
