"Ramon F Herrera" wrote in message
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The question is not whether we explore or not - we always will.

The question is when.


When we get far lower cost to orbit I would think.
But just that as a goal won't cut it, since the
benefits are indirect, it's a much harder sell.
Lower cost to orbit needs to be within a larger
goal, one where the benefits are direct and easy
to see. Which is another reason why I go on and on
about Space Solar Power.




What's the rush? After all, it is not like the moon and Mars are going
anywhere. Last time I checked, they have no plans to relocate or
disappear.

-Ramon