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Statistics, it is said, can prove anything. STATS - however - are keen to de-bunk abuse of statisitics in science and the media.
From their 'about' page:
Since its founding in 1994, the non-profit, non-partisan Statistical Assessment Service (STATS) has become a much-valued resource on the use and abuse of science and statistics in the media. Our goals are to correct scientific misinformation in the media resulting from bad science, politics, or a simple lack of information or knowledge; and to act as a resource for journalists and policy makers on major scientific issues and controversies.
To get a flavour of their work, read the STATS Dubious Data Awards 2007.
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