Former NASA astronauts launch "Astronauts For America" to reinvigorate democracy
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Former NASA astronauts announce the launch of "Astronauts For America," a new initiative aimed at reinvigorating American democracy. Drawing on their unique perspective from space, they argue that political polarization and erosion of constitutional norms threaten democratic systems. They call for bipartisan cooperation, respect for evidence, and collective action to restore trust in democratic institutions.
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Twitter / XFormer NASA astronauts launch "Astronauts For America" to reinvigorate democracyastronautsforamerica.orgKey quotes
· 4 pulledLooking at the Earth from space, we see what unites us more than what divides us.
We view our oath to support and defend the U.S. Constitution as a lifelong commitment.
In spaceflight, ignoring evidence costs scientific advancement, mission success, and even lives. In democracy, it costs trust, stability, international respect, and the health and well-being of the governed.
We've seen what Americans can achieve when we work as a team toward a common goal.
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