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Mars Society Members Help Push Space To Prominence In CNN/Politico.com Debates
In a recent Space News article, Mars Society member John Benac is credited with leading efforts that have resulted in space-related questions rising to the top of CNN/Politico.com's list of publicly submitted questions for last night's Republican presidential debate and tonight's Democratic debate.
In the two and a half weeks following Benac's realization that none of
the questions covered issues like the future of the Vision for Space
Exploration, NASA's support for commercial space programs, etc., and
his subsequent decision to attempt to inspire space advocates to get
involved in this debate, space-related entries have overwhelmed the
list of questions for both parties. As of this morning, a full 20 of
the top 25 questions for the Democrats focused on space issues, greatly
inreasing the chances that at least one of them will be asked during
tonight's debate.
The rest of the Mars Society has played a vital role in this amazing turn of events. Without the support of our members, these questions would likely not have received enough votes to rise to the top. The success of the space community in bringing these questions to the attention of debate organizers is proof of our ability to make a difference in America's space policy, and should inspire everyone concerned about the future of space in this country to continue reaching out to their elected officials in support of a robust, destination-driven plan for NASA and other American space efforts.
Those interested can read the Space News article here. While voting appears to be closed for tonight's debate, anyone who wishes to make their voice heard should take a moment to use the Mars Society Political Fax Tool to send a message to Congress and/or the presidential candidates - your leaders are paying attention!
The rest of the Mars Society has played a vital role in this amazing turn of events. Without the support of our members, these questions would likely not have received enough votes to rise to the top. The success of the space community in bringing these questions to the attention of debate organizers is proof of our ability to make a difference in America's space policy, and should inspire everyone concerned about the future of space in this country to continue reaching out to their elected officials in support of a robust, destination-driven plan for NASA and other American space efforts.
Those interested can read the Space News article here. While voting appears to be closed for tonight's debate, anyone who wishes to make their voice heard should take a moment to use the Mars Society Political Fax Tool to send a message to Congress and/or the presidential candidates - your leaders are paying attention!
