In the article titled “Artemis II Sails Around Moon After Surpassing Distance Record,” it was mentioned that one of the astronauts urged “this generation and the next” to travel even farther away from Earth in the years ahead.

To break the distance record that the Artemis II crew set, it will be necessary for young Americans to develop a passion for space exploration. For decades, PBS programs such as NOVA and science teachers have been informing America’s youth about the importance of space exploration.

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Since these shows and instructors encourage young people to pursue careers with NASA, is it really prudent to substantially reduce federal funding for PBS and education, as Donald Trump and other Republicans claim?

Jason Cooley, Avon, Connecticut