Jul 22, 2009 | Coalition News, Opinion Editorials
On July 20, people around the world celebrated an American triumph. The 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing recalls a period of curiosity, ingenuity and perseverance that captured the world’s imagination. I was in Houston interviewing with NASA for a...
Jun 16, 2009 | Coalition News, Press Releases
HOUSTON – As the U.S. House of Representatives debates the FY2010 national budget, the Coalition for Space Exploration recognizes that tough decisions have to be made. The Coalition supports full funding for NASA’s space exploration programs to ensure they remain on...
Jun 9, 2009 | Coalition News, Responses to the Media
I was disappointed to see a recent New York Times editorial (May 28, “Nominees for the Space Agency”) that questioned President Obama’s selection of Charles Bolden, Jr. and Lori Garver as NASA’s top leaders. Both Bolden, a former astronaut and retired Marine general,...
Jun 3, 2009 | Coalition News, Opinion Editorials
Earthrise image available for download here: http://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/imagegallery/image_feature_1249.html In 1968, the Apollo 8 astronauts caught their first glimpse of Earth rising over the barren surface of the moon. Their full-color photo of our home planet...
May 7, 2009 | Coalition News, Responses to the Media
HOUSTON – “The Coalition for Space Exploration is encouraged by the president’s $18.7 billion budget for NASA in fiscal year 2010. Yet, the uncertainty of NASA’s future direction, specifically in exploration, leaves many unanswered questions. Fundamental concerns...
May 16, 2008 | Coalition News, Press Releases
Houston – The Coalition for Space Exploration applauds and endorses a call from industry executives urging additional budget for NASA and America’s space program. “Sufficient funding for NASA is critical in ensuring that America advances in the technological...