In March 2025, United States scientists wrote a letter addressing concerns about recent budget cuts and changes done by the current administration. The letter is addressed to the American people.

The letter was signed by over a thousand signatories. Each person was involved in the world of science and are facing the effects of what the administration has caused. The letter, along with every signatories, is provided here:

Changes are still happening

Arizona universities, studying “wildfire prevention, air pollution, [and] public health” are facing consequences of the DEI changes. Even when the areas have “little or no connection to DEI” (March 10).

Scientific databases are undergoing rapid efforts to preserve information from deletion (April 23).

Budget cuts against science that will effect our already struggling environment (May 2).

And yet, every day, the American people receive more news about budget cuts against science and education.

The point

We rely on science for just about everything. Science has improved our lives and saved us time and time again. It has been the quiet engine behind nearly every advance that shapes our lives today. We need it.

But now, science needs us. It needs us to stand up and voice our concerns; to demand for our government to keep its flame alight. We can not let it go gently into that cold night.

Imagine a world where scientific innovation slows to a crawl. New antibiotics fall behind pace to keep up with bacteria. Climate models lose precision as research centers face funding cuts. Students with the potential to make breakthroughs never get the chance. Or even at a smaller level: everyday conveniences that once quietly improved start to slow and plateau.

This isn’t science fiction – it’s the quiet outcome of choices being made right now. If we don’t act to protect science and its people, we risk everything.

What you can do

If you feel strongly about what has been discussed in the letter, wish to see change and/or want to voice any concerns, QU students and faculty are advised to contact these people:

• State Rep. Kyle More
  • Springfield, IL: (217) 782-8096
  • Quincy, IL: (217) 223-0833
  • Email: Moore@ilhousegop.org
• State Sen. Jil Tracy
  • Springfield, IL: (217) 782-2479
  • Quincy, IL: (217) 223-0833
  • Jacksonville, IL: (217) 408-1258
• U.S. Rep. Mary Miller
  • Quincy, IL: (217) 640-6210
  • Mahoment, IL: (217) 703-6100
  • Washington, DC: (202) 225-5271
• U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin
  • Springfield, IL: (217) 492-4062
  • Washington, DC: (202) 224-2152
• U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth
  • Springfield, IL: (217) 528-6124
  • Washington, DC: (202) 224-2854

The links will take you directly to their personal websites and to the corresponding contact page. Follow the instructions provided to voice your concerns.

If you are leaving the Quincy area, this website will help you find your representative through your zip code.

QU Media would also love to hear your response to this issue. QU Media can be contacted through email at qumedia@quincy.edu.