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Lamar Smith: NASA too often is hampered by short term decisions that have a long term negative impact.

On the recordFebruary 26, 2013
NASA too often is hampered by short term decisions that have a long term negative impact.
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Lamar Smith
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Critiquing short-term decision-making affecting NASA's long-term goals.

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