The concept of science is a bit complex, and therefore not easily understood in a sound bite. It is one of those things that requires a level of education beyo

The concept of science is a bit complex, and therefore not easily understood in a sound bite. It is one of those things that requires a level of education beyond a certain level (and by this I don't mean grade level, but a level of ability and understanding and especially respect). Two curves are meeting: one, indicating the level of scientific understanding necessary to function highly in the new world we live in, increasing rapidly over time—and the other, showing true scientific literacy, the comfort with doubt and the flexibility of the mind to new information, rapidly declining. We are at a crossroads, and the solution is a renewal of a holistic liberal arts and science education—to instill not only a complete understanding of and respect for science, but also the humanity necessary to wield the complexity of the world.