Dave Levitan

About the Author

Dave Levitan is a seasoned science journalist and author renowned for his incisive dissections of how politics and science collide. With a background in reporting for outlets like Forbes and the Daily Beast, Levitan brings a sharp, evidence-based lens to the often murky intersections of policy and empirical fact. His debut book, Not a Scientist: How Politicians Mistake, Misrepresent, and Utterly Mangle Science, exposes the rhetorical tricks and factual distortions that plague public discourse on issues from climate change to public health. Through meticulous research and wry humor, Levitan empowers readers to navigate the noise, fostering a more informed electorate. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, he continues to contribute to science communication, advocating for clarity in an era of misinformation.