The American Institute of Physics reports in one of its latest FYI bulletins reports on a letter sent by it and five of its member societies to the Senate [1]. I enjoyed one of the quotes from the letter:
"Eliminating support for specific disciplines, such as the House did with respect to political science, sets a dangerous precedent that, in the end, will inhibit scientific progress and restrain our international competitiveness economically and with regard to national security. Congress should exercise its oversight responsibilities, but second-guessing the scientific process could have a chilling effect on scientists and young people considering a future in science. The country cannot afford to lose the incredible talent, experience, and energies of its scientists, regardless of their discipline." [2]
[1] http://www.aip.org/fyi/2012/086.html
[2] http://www.cnsfweb.org/SenateLetter.June2012.pdf
