There is just one thing I can promise you about the outer-space program- your tax-dollar will go further.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Space programs offer good value for taxpayer money.
- In plain terms
- Your taxes will go further in space programs.
- What can you take from it?
- Space investment is cost-effective.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is space worth the money?
- How do you value public spending?
Another view
Cost-effectiveness varies by program.
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