The discussion revolves around the implications and motivations behind President Bush's Moon-Mars Initiative, focusing on its feasibility, political context, and potential scientific benefits. Participants explore various aspects of space exploration, including funding, public perception, and the purpose of missions to the Moon and Mars.
Participants express a mix of skepticism and support for the initiative, with no clear consensus on its viability or purpose. Some agree on the need for a specific mission objective, while others emphasize the potential benefits of exploration regardless of political motivations.
Participants note the uncertainty surrounding funding and public support for the initiative, as well as the historical context of previous space missions and their motivations. There are unresolved questions about the feasibility of long-term human habitation on Mars and the implications for astronauts involved in such missions.
Originally posted by Nereid
Bush? a scientific visionary? Show me ONE THING in his record which supports your hypothesis!
Originally posted by Nereid
Bush? a scientific visionary? Show me ONE THING in his record which supports your hypothesis!
Of course. What made me depressed is 'the vision thing'. If he had the vision, he'd work on a policy that would have a reasonable chance of success, and if he were to continue in office (or influence those who followed him), there's a fighting chance the vision would see the light of day.LURCH: Also, much has been made in this Topic about the idea that Bush may be doing what he's doing just to get votes. Isn't that what he is supposed to do?
The American people's wants cannot be manufactured? The leader is purely passive? The leader has no agenda other than 'do the will of the American people'??LURCH: If Bush gains votes with all his talk of reinstituting a manned space program, then a manned space program must be what the American people want.