Is space exploration worth the money?
Space exploration is worth the cost.
People are too vulnerable on Earth. Anything can happen - the Sun can threaten us, asteroids, and so many other things. The resources are being widely used and some day people will be left almost without anything for living. In order to preserve humanity and our home world we need to find new homes.
Posted by: AnonymousSo that people can live in space.
It's better because you sleep there and you also get to fly in the space station. Then you get used to the sleeping, eating, and playing, and it's also important to visit more places in space and it's also better to get used to the stuff that you are supposed to do.
Posted by: AnonymousYes it is important and completely worth it.
Most people complain about the waste of time and money. In reality we are constantly advancing in our space program and there is no telling how many amazing things we still have to discover in space. An addition to that is, that the NASA program only uses a tiny percentage of the money given to the program ( less then .4%)
Posted by: AnonymousSpace exploration is worth the money, because it is one of the few things that can unite this country.
From the time the United States put its first satellite into orbit in response to Russia's Sputnik and President Kennedy's promise to put a man on the moon, Americans were enthralled by our space program. It was something, in those days, we could all gather around the television and watch. We need to rekindle that magic and sense of purpose.
Posted by: AbandonedDeangelo55Are there people out there and can we live elsewhere
We should be able to look out at the universe closer so this is a good thing to spend us dollars on. and what else could we possibly spend it on Obama Care, heck no! WE should go explore and see if indeed there are other people out there watching us. WHO KNOWS
Posted by: AnonymousIt is totally worth it.
We've learned that there's water on moon, which means there is a possibility of existence of life. That in no way is a waste of money.
We never know what lies beyond our galaxy, a whole new galaxy of humanoids who have the cure for cancer? Or a planet full of renewable coal and petroleum?
We can make it an affirmative statement by seeing it ourselves. And if that's not worth it, I don't know what is.Posted by: madlaskIt Expands Our Knowledge Of The Wonders Of God
God made a universe for us to explore. We have to take those chances and find out what he wants us to find out. He wants us to see his creations he gave us. So why not go get at it then? I say we go ahead lasso the asteroid, move onto mars, etc!
Posted by: ConservativeStardomIs It Worth It?
How Much Does Space Exploration Cost?
It is extremely hard to gauge the value of space exploration and travel based on cost. This question will be debated by experts, politicians and scientists far into the future. According to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the U.S. Spends about 18.7 billion dollars a year on space exploration. While that sounds like a large number, you must ask yourself if that cost is worth the advancement of mankind. To put that number into perspective, Americans spent 110 billion dollars on fast food for 2009. Does that justify the cost of space exploration? Maybe not, but it should be mentally noted that the quest for knowledge in regards to space and how the universe works is relatively small in terms of cost.
Why Explore Space?
Human beings by nature are explorers. We enjoy going to new places, discovering new things and seeking out knowledge. If this were not the case we might still be using clubs and thinking the Earth was flat. Exploring space not only fulfills a nature driven quality in humans, it also gives us the knowledge we need for advancement. Whether this knowledge provides us with new sources for energy, how the Universe came to be or the possibility of expanding humankind to new worlds, the benefits of space exploration are ten fold.
Currently, manned missions in space are limited to routine trips to the International Space Station. Astronauts and scientists are continually studying life in space and the effects it has on humans and plant life. These experiments are the stepping stones for a space fairing society. While satellites and robots serve a purpose in space exploration, they cannot compare to that of humans for one sole reason, situational awareness. With our current technology, it is extremely difficult to program situational awareness into the friendly little robots we have exploring the solar system. So ask yourself, wouldn't you like to see a sunset from Mars?
Should This Money Be Spent Elsewhere?
To counter some of the possible benefits of space exploration, experts often bring up the question: Should money spent on space programs be used for something else? Space exploration can be considered by many to be a complete waste of money. This money could be used for many of the problems experienced here on our own planet, such as insufficient health care in many countries, green living, renewable resources, and many other things that could have a direct benefit for people on Earth. Focusing our monetary resources and time on our own planet and its inhabitants might be a more constructive approach. It can also be argued that we should learn more about Earth before spending our time and money on research elsewhere.
Read more: http://www.brighthub.com/science/space/articles/81255.aspx#ixzz1Tg3E6w2aPosted by: AnonymousYes, space exploration is worth the money, simply to ensure our continued existence.
No matter what happens there will always be some sort of catalyst for sparking another technological race for space. We saw the Russians with Sputnik, and that sparked a fear-ridden frenzy which eventually lead to NASA's creation and the moon-landing. There will always be another catalyst. The question is whether we will have enough resources when the time comes. All in all, there is enough money to do both: help the ones that are in need and invest in out continued existence. The true question is whether leadership will prioritize space exploration.
Posted by: AnonymousYes because space exploration is not terribly expensive.
In 2011, the final year of the Space Program, the federal budget was $3.83 trillion. The NASA budget, however, was only $19 billion. In 2011, NASA accounted for .4% of all spending by the government. In 2012, after the budget decreased by $300 million, NASA only accounted for .3% of government spending. As you can see, space exploration is not terribly expensive, so consequently I think it is worth the money.
Posted by: AnonymousYES we want it
There are literally trillions of dollars worth of metals such as platinum, lead, gold, cobalt, iron, tin, zinc, copper, antimony, nickel and titanium out there in asteroids, as well as water which can be converted into rocket fuel, for instance. A couple of years ago Japan brought back samples from one asteroid and NASA announced another such expedition a couple of weeks ago. There’s even a relatively advanced asteroid prospecting company called Planetary Resources with rich backers such as Google’s Larry Page and Avatar’s James Cameron. I believe we’re witnessing the birth of a gold rush, but if you yourself are not convinced that the prospect of making such an enormous profit is motivational enough, how about the concept of national security? Fifty years ago the U.S. Was caught flat-footed by Sputnik and I’m sure that you’ll agree that what followed was a most emphatic reaction. Can you imagine what would happen if a competitor such as China were to seem to get such an edge on the West? By the way, both Japan and Russia have already announced plans to build moon bases in the next couple of decades and both are important partners on the 100 billion-dollar International Space Station (ISS). Whoever gets to the materials on the asteroids first with the right mix of cutting-edge technologies such as 3D metal printing, etc. Will be able to build a gargantuan space-based business which will probably include aspects such as space-based solar power which will generate large amounts of energy which will be beamed down to earth via some wireless technology such as microwaves. Both Japan and Russia have been running experiments on the ISS for years so who knows what other bright ideas they have come up with.
Posted by: AnonymousYes it is
The NASA program has done incredible research in its time. So I think Obama should stop worrying about North Korea, and put another man on the moon. Why, you ask? Because we can. Space is way more important than education. And if we need to evacuate Earth, why not in space?
Posted by: AnonymousSpace Exploration is sending an ecstasy of wonder throughout the generations
Space exploration is not just used to see the beautiful things in the sky. It is used for science, maths, and even to protect mankind. We learn more and more about the earth a we venture off to new horizons that we never thought to be achievable. We would scarcely know about our earth if it were not for space travel; and you must not forget about how meteors and asteroids are a threat to everybody, but can be redirected and avoided to to space travel and calculations.
Posted by: damienvanhoissenIt's not just about locating other planets.
There are thousands of different technologies that have been discovered by NASA as a result of space exploration; these discoveries directly benefit us down here on Earth. NASA's soul purpose is not just to reach other celestial bodies. NASA uses new technologies and incorporates them in health, medicine, public safety, environmental issues, and many other topics. If you go to NASA's website and look at all of the spinoff technologies the workers have come across, you will see that there is much more to NASA than just space exploration. NASA has saved hundreds of thousands of lives over the years from these technologies.
Posted by: AnonymousIt's Valuable Knowledge
It is worth the money to explore and find new places. Exploring to find what is really out there is just as important as exploring to find new or more resources. We have discovered almost every region on earth I believe that we should discover as much of space as possible.
Posted by: AnonymousWe as a people have a natural curiosity
As a nation of humans we are vastly outgrowing our planet and need more space otherwise we will destroy the earth. With this fact and the always present dangers that space can provide we ow it to the whole human race to explore and grow our understanding of the universe as a whole if we were to sit back in the near future we will be wiped out either by ourselves or from space itself. The sooner the government's of this world stop arguing over stupid politics and help each other the better the human race as a whole will be.
Posted by: AnonymousSpace exploration is worth the money, because the Earth's resources are limited.
Money needs to be spent on space exploration to help ensure that humanity can continue to grow, once the non-renewable resources on Earth dry up, and the population of Earth starts to exceed geographical limitations. We can't afford to take a conservative stance when it comes to exploring all future possibilities.
Posted by: TwoVicSpace exploration is definitely worth the money (and deserves more)
NASA has given us TONS of products we use every day. I bet you have seen cordless tools, memory foam, water filters or shoe insoles. All of these products and much more were developed by NASA. But the real reason I feel we need to explore space is because it is the last place we have to explore. It is in the human spirit to explore new areas. If we stop exploring space we stop being our true selves.
Posted by: ReklawAndrewsOur future could depend on it.
As my supporting headline says, our future could depend on it. What if an unknown threat was lurking through the shadows of space just a light year away? Your great-grandchildren could be in danger. Space exploration could prevent and possibly stop things like this. What if we went out like the dinosaurs? Out like a light? Just a intelligent mammal that died out? What if extraterrestrials came to Earth? We could die. Again, space exploration can prevent that. We might even find a new planet! Land on Kepler 22b! We could move people from this overpopulated, possibly endangered world to a better land.
Posted by: AnonymousIf Money Needs to be Cut - Space Exploration should not be the First Victim
Everyone knows that space exploration costs a mammoth amount of money - but so do other outlets. Just as much money is spent on gambling and pet products in the US as space exploration - clearly it is much more useful.
Space exploration opens so many more doors and is an investment in the long term - which will pay off much sooner and much more than other activities that the government spend money on. If we consider cutting money from space programmes, then logically and morally money from alcohol and tobacco should be but first!Posted by: MarissaLoBotYes it is
Most arguments against space exploration say that it's because there is not enough money and we have problems on earth. First, most space programs are horribly underfunded, with nations choosing to spend money on large military instead. As for the problems on earth, there is this thing called multitasking.
Posted by: TwiggierjetThere is nothing more important than expanding our mind
What is more important than learning more about the world around us? I believe no dollar amount is too high when it comes to space exploration. What would it be like if the Europeans said, "Instead of spending money on sail boats and ships lets by more cars?" Then we wouldn't have gotten to know the world. Same goes for the universe. To reach a better tomorrow, we must set sail out into the unknown universe and explore space. Cost should not be an issue. After all, we spend billions on war, why not kill less people and get smarter in the process?
Posted by: BobbyYazIt is definitely worth it.
Think our earth is slowly but surely wasting away because we are polluting it to the point where we will not be able to live on it. So if we don't explore space and find a sustainable planet to live on the human race will end in only a matter of time. Also think of all the amazing everyday things that we use like cell phones, Instant TV and many other things that is why I think that we should continue space exploration
Posted by: AnonymousOur best Investment in science, exploration and enlightenment.
What we spend on the space program is money spent here on earth to create new technologies. It
stimulates education in science. This is the key to our future. We need to stop spending money
on war and the development of technologies for oppression. War is evil. The scientific efforts that
are currently committed to weapon development and war exploits could be much better spent on
positive scientific exploration for the good of mankind. We need to spend much more on space,
the environment, agriculture. At the same time we need to start decreasing population through
education. This world could be a paradise if we could reduce the population to about 2 billion
by simply charging for licenses to have children. If the license fee for reproduction rights was
applied to positive research we could feed and house and educate everyone. I know that reducing
population through war and starvation are evil. We need to do this in a fair and enlightened
way. Face it. There are just too many people on the planet. War is not the right answer. We
need to become far more enlightened. Through higher education and focus on exploration
we can make a better world. Right now, space exploration and energy research are our best
hopes for encouraging a more sane and enlightened future for all mankind.. Thank God for
the free internet and modern information science and communications so that we can all
talk about this. I hope that our politicians and leaders will become more enlightened through
these kinds of open discussions. Space exploration will help us learn how to make the Earth
a better home for mankind.Posted by: AnonymousExplore the unknown
Was it not Columbus who set out into the unknown, with just about as much knowledge of the world as we have now of space, for all he knew he could have sailed right off the edge of the world. Yet he discovered America. His people surely didn't tell him the investment and risk wasn't worthy.
Posted by: AnonymousYes because it's cool and our future may depend on it.
Going into space would be cool because it's a once in a life time thing, and you could make history. I agree with all the others that the exhaust from the space shuttle is killing our atmosphere, but what will happen to our world which is on the brink of destruction? Maybe by then the space station will have reached technology to save us, like maybe we will able to reach another galaxy or find another sustainable life source by then. So we may need it to live and the future and don't you want to be able to say "I went into space" plus it's really REALLY REALLY REALLY awesome!
Posted by: AnonymousSpace exploration promotes space hegemony
While other issues such as health, pollution, war, etc are important, we need to consider the legitimacy of the human race as a whole. The human race needs to start playing the hegemony game outside of our planet, and promote the legitimacy of our race, and also the superiority of our being. For example, we need to conquer Mars before some more equipped alien does. We need to make a statement to foreign bodies: we own our own solar system. We need to engage in a conflict to conquer the Milky Way galaxy, because if another species does it before us, we shall be inferior and be susceptible to conquer.
Posted by: AnonymousSpace exploration is worth it
Space exploration is totally worth it. We need to get out there and explore more. It helps our understanding of the universe, and that is priceless. Only 0.7 percent of U.S. government funding goes to space exploration. It is totally worth it in every way shape and form to have the knowledge that we couldn't have if we didn't explore.
Posted by: AnonymousBetter understanding of Earth
• It is true that they could spend less money on our missions and make them more cost effective, but usually the U.S. Space program is less than 0.08% (8/100) of the U.S. Budget . Right now, the government is very focused on getting our economy back on track and anything labeled “not cost effective” is definitely not something they are interested in. But, in fact, space exploration, research, and travel provides hundreds of thousands of jobs in the U.S. And even more worldwide. If unemployment is bad now, imagine it without space exploration!
• As for the danger of space travel and exploration, with more experience comes a greater understanding, and with a greater understanding comes better, safer, technology. So, once again, continuing to explore space can solve the problem.
• Even though there are a few disadvantages to space travel, there are also many benefits including: the jobs it provides; the medical discoveries coming from NASA; all of the new technologies and innovations; and, perhaps the most important of all, a greater understanding of the Earth as well as everything beyond it.
• Space exploration has even aided our military. Many modern day technologies were discovered by NASA through their space studies, so without space exploration and research things like GPS and breast cancer detection wouldn’t be possible.
Sorce: NASA.Gov full claim rights to statements abovoePosted by: AnonymousSpace exploration is worth the mony.
My answer is why not, because when our planet is out of resources, we can rely on another planet to keep our life going. We could also change the way we live on earth, because when scientists in exploring the space they keep inventing new things and achieving new technologies that could improve our daily life. It gives human beings more knowledge about the universe. We might also find new living creatures and minerals. This might really help our country be more of a leader. If possible, we might find some living beings in space. Maybe we are not alone in this immense universe. Answers might be answered. There might be needs in the outer space. People might challenge themselves and find out more and more about space. Last but not least, Companies could have more and more money.
Posted by: AnonymousYES
It's ALL about the future of humankind. It's a step to be taken to exist forever. Muslims and religious fanatics will never fully understand the importance of this programs. While we spend Billions in stupid wars, we don't invest much in space exploration. As you can see the shuttle program has been terminated leaving NASA without a craft to reach space...budgets were assigned to more important missions to blow up the world... It's simply ridiculous.
Posted by: AnonymousThe Country is good enough to start another program
If we do not spend this money, then we will fall into disrepute towards other countries. It is unfair to us, and unfair to the poor for no one to have a home. China already has a 2 child rule, which makes a valid point that the world is almost overcrowded. I hate it when people say we are in debt to china, because we aren't. If people would just shut up and read the penal code, then they would realize that there is NO WAY we can ever be in debt to china.
Posted by: AnonymousResources and territory for future human civilization to expand upon therefor helping to minimize our footprint on Earth.
The Space program is given .4% of the National GDP while giving to the national education system and industrial complex over 133% investment due to new knowledge and new material/designs/equipment. NASA has been a leader in innovation for years helping the US keep within the top 10 countries in the world for Science/Math until recently. We need to reinvest into Space exploration to again reach those numbers and to help not only our nation but the world to expand beyond earth into new territory thus by helping with global population as well as helping to bring new resources into the fold of humanity. These new resources would greatly help expand the economy of Earth and it's nations which in turn would help to elevate the poverty and sickness by the technology developed and the money returned. All in all, space exploration helps to satisfy our natural curiousity and expand our territory/resource allocations which in turn helps humanity in the long run.
Posted by: AnonymousSpace exploration is a path to a brighter future.
Technology has broadened this nation and has made life easier and simpler. As more technology is discovered, the more civilized we can get. The existence of stars, galaxies, planets, and the space itself wouldn't have been discovered if astronauts weren't curious enough to discover to acknowledge things beyond their sight. The study of physics wouldn't be ensured and taught. As a close, the value of knowledge will always be higher than the cost of it.
Posted by: OkayAbsolutely, it’s worth it!
There are literally trillions of dollars worth of metals such as platinum, lead, gold, cobalt, iron, tin, zinc, copper, antimony, nickel and titanium out there in asteroids, as well as water which can be converted into rocket fuel, for instance. A couple of years ago Japan brought back samples from one asteroid and NASA announced another such expedition a couple of weeks ago. There’s even a relatively advanced asteroid prospecting company called Planetary Resources with rich backers such as Google’s Larry Page and Avatar’s James Cameron. I believe we’re witnessing the birth of a gold rush, but if you yourself are not convinced that the prospect of making such an enormous profit is motivational enough, how about the concept of national security? Fifty years ago the U.S. Was caught flat-footed by Sputnik and I’m sure that you’ll agree that what followed was a most emphatic reaction. Can you imagine what would happen if a competitor such as China were to seem to get such an edge on the West? By the way, both Japan and Russia have already announced plans to build moon bases in the next couple of decades and both are important partners on the 100 billion-dollar International Space Station (ISS). Whoever gets to the materials on the asteroids first with the right mix of cutting-edge technologies such as 3D metal printing, etc. Will be able to build a gargantuan space-based business which will probably include aspects such as space-based solar power which will generate large amounts of energy which will be beamed down to earth via some wireless technology such as microwaves. Both Japan and Russia have been running experiments on the ISS for years so who knows what other bright ideas they have come up with.
Posted by: AnonymousSpace exploration is relatively cheap, and besides, where will we get our resources once the earth is dried up?
Space exploration costs a fair bit under half of a percent of our nation's budget, and has returned on our government's investment into it by more than 133%. We spend more than 20x that on our national defense budget alone. Americans spend enough money on alchohol and narcotics in one year to keep NASA running for seven, and enough on alchohol related health problems to keep NASA running for almost about 14 years. Also, with natural resources being depleted so rapidly, what do we do when we run out? Many say the solution lies in asteroids, the solution to overpopulation? Cities on other planets, huge space stations, the fact is that humanity will either flow over from earth or die from overpopulation and starvation.
Posted by: ReignIt creates new ways to expand.
If we search through space and find a planet like this one, we can move to the new planet and make this one a better place. By expanding and finding new materials and types of food, we can expand our markets and make money more valuable by switching standards. Space exploration is vital and we need to get lots of people off of our already over-populated planet.
Posted by: AnonymousAbsolutely worth it
Inevitably, the human population remaining on this planet will eventually lead to our demise. Our population is growing exponentially and there will soon not be enough resources to keep us alive. Spreading to other planets, whether using its resources or living there, can help sustain our species longer. As the only intelligent species currently known, why not expand our knowledge? Space programs also lead to other life-changing technology that society takes for granted (ie. smoke detectors, long-distance telecommunications, satellites, microwaves, etc).
Posted by: hoppermsWithout space exploration we wouldn't have advanced technology
If we hadn't retaliated after Sputnik was launched then we never would have gotten to the moon. We also wouldn't have had been able to send satellites to orbit around the earth, and we wouldn't have had that good of weather forecasts without our satellites. This is why we should have space exploration.
Posted by: Anonymous
It's not worth it
From a religious person's point of view, I'd say that it isn't. As the bible says, our purpose of living on Earth is to lead a holy life in order to be accepted in heaven. We humans should not try to be too clever.
Besides, space exploration requires a lot of money, and in some parts of the world, money is desperately needed. It is unfair.Posted by: EscalaNot worth it.
With how much money the U.S. Is debt, we could put the money to much better use. Now don't get me wrong, I love learning about everything they discover, but that's a lot of money to put into that. What are we as U.S. citizens getting out of it? We could use it to help the U.S. debt. It may not be much, but at least it is something.
Posted by: AnonymousThere are better uses for that money.
The billions said program would require are better spent down here on earth. We have to fix the problems down here if we want future generations to have a chance of making it to the final frontier, but it won't be us. It's a long way before space exploration becomes worthwhile. So right now, it'd be like throwing away the money. Even worse, because what you're supporting plays right into the hands of current problems like oil-shortage, (C02-) pollution etc. On the whole, it might eventually be a necessity for mankind's survival, but we have to be able to get to that point first. We won't in a polluted, starving, dying world.
Posted by: AnonymousNo, it is too much.
They need to start helping starving and homeless people. We could spend our money on that instead of spending it on space exploration. Also, 18 astronauts have died because of flight incidents. It is safer to stay on Earth and help the needy. There is no point in going to space, as nothing can be achieved there. The government should spend money on saving this planet first rather than using it to find another planet to waste. This planet was created for us to use to our benefit and we shouldn't trash it and move on. Focus on other problems like war, corruption and environmental issues, which is a more terrible matter right now.
Posted by: AnonymousIt's not worth it.
I feel the space program is not worth it because of how much money it costs everyone. We are in some major debt to other countries and this does not help the situation at all. I think we just need to forget about it and get rid of the whole thing.
Posted by: AnonymousNO
The government should spend money on saving this planet first rather than using it to find another planet to waste. This planet was created for us to use to our benefit and we shouldn't trash it and move on. Focus on other problems like war, corruption, environmental issues, which is a more pressing matter right now.
Posted by: AnonymousStop spending money
There are already many problems on Earth. They need to start helping starving and homeless people. We already owe China about 2 and 1/2 trillion dollars. We could spend our money on that instead of space exploration. Also 18 astronauts have died cause of flight incidents. It is more safe to stay in earth and help the need. We were born and made to enjoy the planet lets do it now!
Posted by: AnonymousNope
The government should spend money on saving this planet first rather than using it to find another planet to waste. This planet was created for us to use to our benefit and we shouldn't trash it and move on. Focus on other problems like war, corruption, environmental issues, which is a more pressing matter right now.
Posted by: asundarNot right now.
On the whole, space exploration seems like a valid endeavour. Yes, our resources on this planet are limited and eventually, it'll become a matter of survival, to be able to live in space. But that's only if we don't kill ourselves or our planet first.
And there lies the problem. With all the disasters, pollution, starvation, diseases, radiation, ... it becomes obvious that the billions spend on space-exploration would have better use right now. Even with a great budget, it would take many, many decades before interplanetary travel and -habitation became worth the while. In short, we won't be the generation to do so, but if we take care of the problems here on earth, maybe some future generation can be.Posted by: AnonymousThe USA should not spend as much money on the space program!
They should not spend as much money on the space program because I think it is childish to spend so much money on something that isn't mandatory. I believe we should spend our money on something more important such as schools and diminishing poverty. Thank you for reading my comment.
Posted by: AnonymousMars not our biggest worry
Earth has it's own problems, so if we waste our money on Mars, then we won't fix problems we have on Earth. Also, money is most likely to be wasted because of the technology needed to get there that might not work. This is why we should not permit space travel.
Posted by: AnonymousIts to much
• Our taxes go towards the space program when it could be going towards a better cause like poverty.
• It goes against some religions for example, as the bible says; our purpose of living on Earth is to lead a holy life in order to be accepted in heaven. This is what someone posted on Debate.org.
• We could be focusing on other problems like war, corruption and environmental issues, which is a more terrible matter right now.
• We are in some major debt to other countries and this does not help the situation at all.
• What you're supporting plays right into the hands of current problems like oil-shortage, pollution etc.
• The government should spend money on saving this planet first rather than using it to find another planet to wastePosted by: AnonymousWe should NOT pay for Space Exploration!
Many, many people are curious to what, or… who might be out in space! I think we shouldn't go and explore the universe and farther if we haven’t even found all there is on earth. Exactly what are we going to do when we find these ‘aliens’? Keep them? Start war against them? Nicely say Hi and leave? I don’t think so. Many people today are barely thriving with life they have without this to worry about.
Space Exploration cost billions of dollars each year. Much of this money could be spent on other things like food, shelter, and other things for the needy. Keeping the human race alive is a necessity while finding more creatures to deal with isn't. Every failed attempt into space is a waste of millions of dollars spent, as well as all the time and effort too. Yes it’s great that NASA can create all of this new technology time and time again, but why not spend the money on things that would directly benefit us instead?Posted by: CountryGurl27I BELIEVE NOT!
What is there to space? People are starving some even dyeing but they are still worried about space. Are they serious? They are putting themselves in DANGER and they don’t even know it! What would happen if something went wrong? It would just be another waste of time and money, we would just have to give them more money to do it again! Our money is desperately needed on earth and is being wasted on space just to go up and come back down! We are putting ourselves in DEPT! Animals are going extinct, what is next humans! They do not realise what they are doing to there own PLANET! If they want to keep exploring space then they should use there own money and not ours!
Posted by: AnonymousNo, it is to much.
They need to start helping starving and homeless people. We could spend our money on that instead of space exploration. Also 18 astronauts have died cause of flight incidents. It is safer to stay in earth and help the needy. There is no point of going to space as nothing can be achieved there. The government should spend money on saving this planet first rather than using it to find another planet to waste. This planet was created for us to use to our benefit and we shouldn't trash it and move on. Focus on other problems like war, corruption, environmental issues, which are more important matters right now.
Posted by: AnonymousWaste of money
No, it is a waste of money, spend saving this planet first. There is no point of going to space as nothing can be achieved there. Another thing stop ALL wars forever in this day and age it is pointless, only if everyone can pull their own weight. Then spend the billions on helping poor countries or your own.
Posted by: AnonymousNot when we have millions in our own country who live on or near poverty
The option of space exploration is great, but at what cost? We have millions in the US alone that can't afford to keep a roof over their heads and food on their table, but we spend billions a year on space exploration, how far could that billions go for taking care of people who need it instead of spending trillions over the years to show what? That we can step foot on the moon? What do we really have to show for all the trillions of tax dollars we've spent?
Posted by: AnonymousWaste of money.
With all the problems our world is facing today, I don’t think that tremendous amounts of money should be spent to help space exploration. It is interesting to learn about the wonders beyond our reach, but this means that scientists and astronauts need money from our taxes. Wouldn't it be wiser for us to finish our world’s debt off first and put an end to sufferings in third-world countries? I don’t think it is right to waste money on space exploration when many cannot even reach their basic needs in life.
Posted by: Anonymousnot worth it
We could use the money for better things like solving the problems we are facing (poverty, world hunger, DEBT, etc). We shouldn't throw away the planet we were already given for another just because we don't want to fix our own mistakes that lead to the Earth being in this polluted state.
Posted by: AnonymousIt's not worth the waste of money
Space exploration is uncalled for, because so many people have been killed. Some people have been getting stuck outside of the Earth's atmosphere for centuries. And, there's no reason for any more lives to be in danger. That's why nobody wants to give money for this occasion. It's not worth the wait.
Posted by: AnonymousSpace exploration is not worth it
The economy is bad enough already. We'll never even get to other far away planets in space anyway so I don't understand why so many people are so eager to do it. Sure, it has its perks. We can learn about new elements, possibly. But really, we should put our money where our mouth is. Our number one priority should be our economy. Then we can focus on research.
Posted by: AnonymousNo, it is too much.
They need to start helping starving and homeless people. We could spend our money on that instead of space exploration. Also 18 astronauts have died because of flight incidents. It is safer to stay in earth and help the needy. There is no point of going to space as nothing can be achieved there. The government should spend money on saving this planet first rather than using it to find another planet to waste. This planet was created for us to use to our benefit and we shouldn't trash it and move on. Focus on other problems like war, corruption, environmental issues, which is a more terrible matter right now.
Posted by: helooThere is no point.
If we some how find another live able planet, it will be in a million years. Statistics show Canada spends three hundred seventy three million and five hundred thousand dollars per year that could be spent on third world countries, education and other things. We can't be thinking about ways to breath in space let alone ways to live in space when there are African people that can't even survive on earth.
- Gabriel Garber
TorontoPosted by: AnonymousNo it is not worth the money
It is not worth the money because it could be used to help world starvation. Children under the age of 5 die because of hunger or dehydration. Also because the whole world has not been explored yet. Why would you go and explore space and other planets if you have not even explored you home world? I strongly believe that it is not worth the time OR money!
Posted by: AnonymousNo there is too much money wasted on it
It is not worth it because a lot of money is wasted on it. Meanwhile, we could use that money to help underdeveloped countries deal with poverty. Also, excessive exploration can lead to our astronauts being put in life-threatning situations which isn't fair to them either. This isn't right, and we should just scrap this "space exploring" idea for now.
Posted by: AnonymousIt's not fair
It's not worth it. From a religious person's point of view, I'd say that it isn't. As the Bible says, our purpose of living on Earth is to lead a holy life in order to be accepted in heaven. We humans should not try to be too clever.
Besides, space exploration requires a lot of money, and in some parts of the world, money is desperately needed. It is unfair.Posted by: Anonymous