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by outworlder 3561 days ago
> Perhaps I'm a bit cynical, but space exploration strikes me as a waste of money and energy.

Yes, because the "defense" budget is a much better use of resources. The NASA budget is a rounding error in comparison.

There is enough money. Money dedicated to space exploration is well spent.

> We know enough about space for now

Says who? Perhaps you need to do some more research.

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> There is enough money. Money dedicated to space exploration is well spent.

How do you figure? We have plenty to research on earth for a fraction the cost. What makes you say space exploration will give a better return?