Thanks. I've lurked at both forums (fora, forae?) and I see both intelligent and outlandish posts in both. I'm glad that the majority of posters can get beyond politics on this one. I appreciate party loyalty. I appreciate differences of opinion. This is, after all, a free country (touch wood).
Today's news is so very sad and should serve as a reminder of the dangers of the space program and the heroes, sung and unsung, that keep it flying. It should never be taken for granted. Reminds me of Apollo 13--nobody seems to pay attention until a tragedy happens.