On the recordMarch 10, 2010
I would just like to echo what you have said in all of these particular areas. It is important that we move forward. I think it is common sense that we do not cede space to the Russians and the Chinese. The United States has been a leader in this area. It has been very productive for us. We ought to ensure that our goal is to be number one and to continue to be a leader. Having our astronauts standing on the edge of space trying to catch a Russian taxi where the meter will say $51 million as soon as they sit down is not the way America becomes a leader in this particular world. We have the ability to do the right thing. It is planned. We need to follow through with the original plan and not change courses right now to an experiment that is unproven and has a history of failure. I appreciate the gentleman for allowing me to join him tonight. This is an important issue for all of us, and it is important for America's future.
