The primary purpose of the National Science Foundation is not to strengthen national security, or improve public health, or even to grow our economy.
Lamar Smith: “The primary purpose of the National Science Foundation is not to strengthen national security, or improve public health…”
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Smith emphasizes the core mission of the NSF beyond immediate national interests.
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