To The End!
Fighting for what science shows can harm your reputation, make you lose your job, and… who know how far they will go! This the story of Maryanne Demasi, Ph.D., an investigative science journalists:
“I became the subject of attacks by those with vested interests. Secret documents revealed food industry giants initiated ‘active defence’ against me (and others) for challenging their marketing messages.
It manifested in social media attacks, industry-sponsored propaganda by so-called ‘experts’ paid to undermine my credibility, critics’ calls for my sacking, and vexatious complaints about my scientific integrity.
Eventually, our entire team was axed from the ABC. The TV executives who promised to support us, the same people who approved and applauded our programs, were now the ones walking us all out the door.”
As always, things must be understood in context. The context here is revealing that statins Continue reading
