There's a difference between a scientist and a politician. A scientist wants to know the truth, a politician wants to get elected.
— James Watson Modern

Co-discoverer of DNA structure

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Interview with Charlie Rose

Date / Period

2003

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Controversial

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https://charlierose.com/videos/17390

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