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AUGUST 02, 2008

Obama: NASA will inspire once again

Barack Obama keeps pronoucning Brevard County like "Breverd,'' but that's not stopping massive cheers here at Brevard Community College. About the only one not on his feet is the Delmar Johnson of the RPOF, who is checking out the opposition.

Obama: "We need a real vision for space exploration. To help formulate this vision, I’m going to reestablish the National Aeronautics and Space Council so that we can develop a plan to explore the solar system – a plan that involves both human and robotic missions, and enlists both international partners and the private sector.  And as America leads the world to long-term exploration of the moon and Mars, and beyond , let’s also tap NASA’s ingenuity to build the airplanes of tomorrow and to study our own planet so we can combat global climate change. Under my watch, NASA will inspire the world once again, make America stronger, and help grow the economy right here in brevard county and right here in Florida. That’s what this election is all about. It’s about raising our sights, seizing this moment, and reclaiming our destiny in this country."

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