14 Jan
2004
14 Jan
'04
3 p.m.
Dale wrote: "...I think building up an infrastructure by achieving mileposts along the way holds the most promise for a sustained lunar (and beyond) presence, which I believe is in agreement with what Kim said." Yes, Dale, that's pretty much what I had in mind. I also don't care if it takes 5, 10 or 50 years to get to the Moon (and beyond) - I just would like to see a commitment that includes a rational approach to manned space exploration and steady progress. Both are difficult to maintain in our culture, but not impossible. Perhaps more success with missions such as Spirit will gain support for the process.