Scientists see a block of wood, and observe that it has fixed dimensions, is made from a dead tree, and weighs a certain amount.
Politicians see a block of wood and ask, how do we use that wood? Do we build a house, make a fence, or carve it into an ax handle.
So, it's really apples and oranges. Scientists use the scientific method to determine the truth. Politicians are not seeking the truth, but are using consensus to govern the actions of their constituents. The consensus can be based on science and truth, or on irrationalities such as fear and hope.
Politicians see a block of wood and ask, how do we use that wood? Do we build a house, make a fence, or carve it into an ax handle.
So, it's really apples and oranges. Scientists use the scientific method to determine the truth. Politicians are not seeking the truth, but are using consensus to govern the actions of their constituents. The consensus can be based on science and truth, or on irrationalities such as fear and hope.