<ul><li>In a 1995 essay, Freeman Dyson described scientists as rebels going against cultural restrictions.</li><li>Scientists rebel against oppressive cultural constraints and reveal new views of the world.</li><li>Dyson feared science's liberating role was being obscured by sociologists and philosophers.</li><li>Today, scientists face challenges from politicians who dismiss scientific findings as politically driven.</li><li>Anti-science attitudes in politics undermine democracy by disregarding expert opinions.</li><li>Politicians have ignored scientific findings, leading to detrimental legislation like prohibiting sea-level rise models.</li><li>The Trump administration faced criticism for disregarding scientific evidence on climate change and sex definitions.</li><li>Dyson believed scientists should abstain from political engagement to maintain their rebel status.</li><li>Scientists must ensure politicians respect the authority and independence of scientific findings in policy-making.</li><li>Despite challenges, scientists must remain hopeful and steadfast in their pursuit of truth.</li></ul>

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