Encyclopedia of Opinion
Question
Do we need manned space flights?
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Yes, manned space flights are worth it

This position holds that manned space flights are worth their cost. It argues that, expensive as they are, having humans physically 'be there' carries an important psychological impact for society — and that crewed missions are essential to the long-term goal of colonising other planets.

Supporting arguments · 2

  1. Actually "being there" has an important psychological impact on society
    Even if a drone mission can accomplish the same goals, the impact of having real astronauts on a space flight is important because it inspires and brings people together. Unmanned space flights don't have the same psychological impact.
  2. People need to start colonizing other planets
    An Extinction Level Event on Earth will not mean the end of mankind