In 1933, Albert Einstein was chastised by the Prussian Academy of Sciences for being too political. Einstein responded:
"I do not share your view that the scientist should observe silence in political matters, i.e. human affairs in the broadest sense. The situation in Germany shows whither this restraint will lead: to the surrender of leadership, without any resistance, to those who are blind or irresponsible."
Do Scientists Lose Credibility When They Become Political?
https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2017/02/when-scientists-become-advocates-do-they-lose-credibility/518157/
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