Just the other day Dr. Isaacs and directors of two of other national laboratories wrote about the effects of  the so-called sequester, these across-the-board budget cuts put in place two weeks ago. Specifically, the effects it will have on America’s scientific research. One of the reasons I was opposed to these cuts is because they don’t distinguish between wasteful programs and vital investments. They don’t trim the fat. They cut into muscle and into bone. Like research and development being done right here that not only gives a great place for young researchers to come and ply their trade but also ends up creating all kinds of spin-offs that create good jobs and good wages.
So Dr. Isaacs said these cuts will force him to stop any new project that is coming down the line. I am quoting him now, he says:  This sudden halt on new starts will freeze American science in place us while the race of the world races forward and it will knock a generation of young scientists off their stride, ultimately costing billions  of dollars in missed future opportunities. Essentially, because of the sequester, we are looking at two years where we don’t start new research.