The article discusses the Scientist Network for Advancing Policy (SNAP), a non-partisan grassroots initiative aimed at informing voters about candidates’ positions on science policy issues during the election season. Founded by early-career scientists, including Youssef El Gharably and Christina Ternovskaia from the University of Delaware, the initiative seeks to bridge the gap between science and everyday life, emphasizing that science policy impacts daily activities, such as energy use and climate awareness.
SNAP is conducting a project known as Stance on Science, where they pose the same science-related policy questions to candidates at local, state, and federal levels, sharing their verbatim responses to inform the electorate. As of September 9, 2026, responses were collected from various Delaware candidates, with a lack of engagement from some, such as State Treasurer candidates.
The initiative also extends to Maryland and Virginia, providing resources for voters to understand its operation and methodology. The goal is to enhance public awareness of science policy’s relevance in governance and policy-making.
For more details, voters can visit the Stance on Science initiative’s website.
