> it is essential for the USA to invest in this space, otherwise the USA would be at a severe competitive disadvantage in just about every category. I've been

> it is essential for the USA to invest in this space, otherwise the USA would be at a severe competitive disadvantage in just about every category. I've been hearing this assertion since the start of the hype cycle, but I've never heard anyone actually making a supporting case for it. It's always just an assertion. Where is the analysis and data that supports the idea?