Research Article
Apr 1982
Politicians Are Not Technologists: Technologists Are Not Politicians
Publication: Issues in Engineering: Journal of Professional Activities
Volume 108, Issue 2
Abstract
The view that there are too few engineers in the legislative branch of government is confirmed. It is argued that the lack of scientists and engineers in elected public offices creates an imbalance of professional perspectives which will affect decision making on public policy on technological issues ranging from engineering education to advanced weapons systems. It is also shown, however, that the interplay between society and technology is gradually becoming more balanced.
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Issues in Engineering: Journal of Professional Activities
Volume 108 • Issue 2 • April 1982
Pages: 162 - 165
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© 1982 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: Apr 1982
Published online: Feb 11, 2021
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Henry Petroski
Assoc. Prof. of Civ. Engrg., Duke Univ., Durham, N.C. 27706
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