Richard Chew is joined by Shaughnessy Naughton, president of 314 Action, the only organization in the nation focused on recruiting, training, and electing Democrats with a background in science to public office.

The discussion highlighted the need to elect more scientists, doctors, and technologists to improve evidence-based policymaking. Here is a brief summary of the conversation:
- Naughton said 314 Action is having its strongest year, with more than 500 scientists endorsed for state and local offices and a strong class of House and Senate candidates.
- 314 Action launched the Innovation Majority to recruit scientists and technologists with artificial intelligence expertise, while its Guardians of Public Health initiative supports doctors and public health professionals running for office.
- She criticized Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as unqualified to lead the Department of Health and Human Services and cited confusion around measles, vaccination, and his continued association with anti-vaccine advocacy.
 - Naughton said artificial intelligence offers significant potential but requires guardrails. "We need [Congress] to act to put sensible regulations that can allow the industry to thrive, that can allow it to develop here in the United States, but also keep our keep it safe for for all of us," she said. 

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