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On the recordFebruary 11, 2013
I would hope that as we get our space program cranked up again... that might bring a lot more young people into these fields of high technology.
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Bill Nelson
Democratic · Florida

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Nelson emphasizes the importance of space exploration in inspiring youth towards technology careers.

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