(vt). To reject and demonise one who, when asked, offers scientific advice contrary to the agenda of the PTB (govt, industry). Commonplace in oppressive/fundamentalist regimes such as UK, USA, etc. From Professor David Nutt's sacking in November 2009.
"I gave them the report they asked for, but they Nutt sacked me! Now I have to move to Bolivia and find alternative work"
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