03/17/2015
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"I represent Louisiana, which includes Michoud. I am all for the external fuel tanks. But my concern is once you start putting off the next generation that much, you threaten ever getting there."
"The consequence of that today is the gap with which most of us are not particularly happy."
"I am doing this calculation mentally, but it would probably be about $18 billion over to close the gap..."
"I think I understand your reasons for saying that as of now, we shouldn't plan on going to Mars in the way that has been described."