In hn of all places, I'd expect people to appreciate the benefits of a space program. Are you saying that should not be a priority because they recieve aid?
I mean, there is valid criticism of any aid program, and you pick that?
I mean, there is valid criticism of any aid program, and you pick that?
Ie just like if your cousin decides to buy a Ferrari, you probably should not have to to support him financially.
It's not about propping up poor economies: it's a diplomatic tool.
You may have perfectly legitimate reasons to support your Ferrari buying cousin, if you thought he was going to buy a house (or on the scale of an economy, build a factory in return).
A space program is not a luxury.
It's not like the USA or USSR didn't have their share of problems or pockets of crushing poverty when they were engaging in the space race, either.
Space Program is more of an investment than luxury.