That is misplaced. It is robust science and engineering that brings about consistent increases in productivity and introduction of new technologies. The cost

That is misplaced. It is robust science and engineering that brings about consistent increases in productivity and introduction of new technologies. The cost of this science is extremely small compared to social assistance programs or the military. If cutting costs is truly a priority then it is necessary to go for where the money is really being spent, and NASA is a small fraction of the national budget.