Musk is a very interesting eccentric character. The reusable rocket tech he has developed is changing the entire dynamic of rocket launching.
That said, his we’re all going to be doomed Mars obsession driving this is just plain idiotic. But, the benefits of his obsession far outweigh his ridiculous obsession.
I wholeheartedly agree, apart from the "just plain idiotic". I think it's never going to be self-sustaining, but then, betting against Musk is not a great idea. :^)
That said, his we’re all going to be doomed Mars obsession driving this is just plain idiotic. But, the benefits of his obsession far outweigh his ridiculous obsession.
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So maybe it’s not idiotic or ridiculous after all.