Some Quick Progress, with More Work Ahead to Advance Science, Health, and Justice Published Apr 28, 2021 WASHINGTON (April 28, 2021)âIn his 2020 campaign for the presidency, Joe Biden pledged to âlisten to the scientistsâ and undo the damage the previous administration inflicted on the federal governmentâs scientific capacity and science-based policies. As the administration completes its first 100 days, experts at the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) have been tracking new science-focused initiatives and proposals. While thereâs still a long way to go, the new administration has made great strides in ensuring that the federal government uses the best available science to protect the public.