[edwin hubble]

Long term strategic capabilities are important.

China is initiating a space program, with strong military implications: space station and moon landings planned.

Their GNP may exceed our in 20 years.

Don't worry about the US dominating anything in the long run. If we can stay in the game that will be good.

[varon]

I'm certain you realized my comments were laced with a large dose of sarcasm ;-)