Junk Science Judo

A Short Course

Course Topics

Definition & Consequences

Recognizing Junk Science

What You Can Do About It

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Course based on "Junk Science Judo" by Steve Milloy © 2001 Cato Institute. All rights reserved.

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Welcome to a Short Course on "Junk Science Judo"

"Junk science" is faulty scientific data and analysis used to further a special agenda. The junk science "mob" includes:

• MEDIA
• PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS
• SOCIAL ACTIVISTS
• GOVERNMENT REGULATORS
• BUSINESSES
• POLITICIANS
• INDIVIDUAL SCIENTISTS
• INDIVIDUALS

In this short course, you will learn about what junk science is, how to recognize it and what you can do about it. The course is computer-driven and should take you no more than 15-20 minutes to complete.

Of course, no short course in Junk Science Judo can substitute for the wealth of information that you'll find in the "Junk Science Judo" book. However, you'll at least get a good start in understanding how to build up your self-defense against junk science. Ready? Let's go....