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Freedom's Laboratory The Cold War Struggle for the Soul of Science

Audra J. Wolfe

The Cold War ended long ago, but the language of science and freedom continues to shape public debates over the relationship between science and politics in the United States. Scientists like to proclaim that science knows no borders. Scientific researchers follow the evidence where it leads, their...

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It was described as exploring how science became a tool for Cold War propaganda, particularly in America, highlighting the attempt to influence opinions and promote the American way of life.

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Wolf's latest book is called Freedom's Laboratory, The Cold War Struggle for the Soul of Science.

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It was described as exploring how science became a tool for Cold War propaganda, particularly in America, highlighting the attempt to influence opinions and promote the American way of life.

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Wolf's latest book is called Freedom's Laboratory, The Cold War Struggle for the Soul of Science.

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It explored how science became a Cold War propaganda tool, with the American agricultural system as a key example, aiming to influence opinions towards American values.

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That is Audra Wolf. I'm a writer, editor and historian. Wolf's latest book is called Freedom's Laboratory, The Cold War Struggle for the Soul of Science.

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