Of course they're not.

But scientists tend to be very good at a specific niche, but if you get outside of that area they tend to have pretty strong opinions without much depth to back it up, some kind of an emotional thing (insecurity?).

I've got several Phd's in my family (all STEM) , they are all very practical and have worked in the private sector, and most served in the military including a paratrooper in 'Nam. They all agree that scientists in general should inform well-grounded decision makers (elected officials, military leaders, business execs, etc) but often don't do very well if they're the ones driving the ship or calling the shots.

They will also tell you that academia in general is culturally off on an excursion in LaLa Land right now.

Think Einstein, not Rasputin, if you know the history.