Naomi Oreskes is an Earth scientist, historian of science and public speaker. She is currently the Henry Charles Lea Professor of the History of Science at Harvard University and an affiliated professor of Earth and planetary sciences. She is author or co-author of numerous books, including the best-selling Merchants of Doubt. [This interview was edited for length and clarity.] How would you describe the current state of American science? On supporting science journalism If you're enjoying this.