Americans are an inquisitive, exploratory people. Explorers are always on the edge. We will suffer losses because we lean into the wind of discovery. Hail the brave!
It is no wonder that America suffers losses of this type. We lead the world in defending freedom, fighting evil, and exploring the unknown. May we continue to lead in all these actions in spite of the cost. It is who we are.
Thanks Faraday, that bears repeating. These people should be mourned but they should also be celebrated. There is always a risk when you are doing something that few others would do, and the Challanger was a machine. Things happen with machines, and all risks can never be eliminated.