There is a pervasive bias in academia against scientists who work in industry.
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It's mildly amusing that ACSH is referred to as "industry-friendly." That term, which is applied to us by friend and foe alike, is based on a half-truth. And half-truths are the worst kind of "truths" because they're actually lies.
On one thing at least, almost all Americans agree: This election cycle has been too long and depressing.