[ez]

Why do we need the space shuttle?

To place, repair, and retrieve orbital satellites tha vastly improve our communications, navigation, and military power. Just because Vin can't think of a good use for the shuttle, doesn't mean there aren't any.

I ususally agree w/ VIn but he should stick to Second Amendment issues where he knows what he's talking about.

[from occupied ga]

The shuttle can't reach the geostationary satellites to repair or do anything with them. It can only reach stuff in low orbit.

[RightWhale]

To place, repair, and retrieve orbital satellites

Yes, but. We don't need the Space Shuttle specifically. We could have a much cheaper and more robust system.