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> A project such as going to Mars, will yield immense scientific research and output, benefiting humanity as a whole. I’m not trolling. I really do disagree wi
by abrax3141 4y ago
> A project such as going to Mars, will yield immense scientific research and output, benefiting humanity as a whole.
I’m not trolling. I really do disagree with this in good faith. You can get the same materials research etc benefits by doing something that directly benefits humankind. Also, I don’t think that Musk thinks that it’s the spin-off stuff that matters. He honestly and in good faith wants to expand humans to another planet. He’s said this innumerable times. I just disagree that anything anyone feels like doing is as valuable as anything else. There are value decisions involved. I’m not saying that anyone should be enjoined or forced or any such thing. But maybe enticed?
- b112 4y agoExpanding human knowledge and reach is good, not bad, and does benefit mankind. The type of thought process you are employing is not good for humanity. If we followed your thought process, we would still be in caves.
- abrax3141 4y agoYou know what. You’re right and I’m wrong. I’m not just saying that. I really thought a bit more about it, and for the most part, I think you and the others who took me to task here are right. It is art, and people shouldn’t be criticized for doing their art. And the quest for knowledge is a great thing, so robots on Mars and the Webb etc. all terrific. (I still think sending people to Mars is a waste, but hey, it’s Musk’s art and his money to waste. So whatever.)