David Dempsey
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Forging a new era of Great Lakes protection: An urgent call to communicate your science to policy makers and the public
Spring 2025
David Dempsey urges scientists to overcome communication barriers and actively engage with policy makers and the public to protect Great Lakes science from political headwinds.
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Sackett v. EPA ruling puts half of U.S. wetlands at risk
Summer 2023
The Supreme Court's Sackett v. EPA decision removes federal protection from many wetlands, posing a significant threat to Great Lakes water quality, though some states like Michigan and Wisconsin have stronger laws.