[sarex] STATEMENT FROM THE FAMILIES OF SPACE SHUTTLE COLUMBIA

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Submitted by Arthur - N1ORC

Robert Mirelson
Headquarters, Washington                    Feb. 3, 2003
(Phone: 202/358-1600)

 
STATEMENT FROM THE FAMILIES OF SPACE SHUTTLE COLUMBIA
 
     On January 16th, we saw our loved ones launch into a brilliant,
cloud-free 
sky. Their hearts were full of enthusiasm, pride in country, faith in
their God, 
and a willingness to accept risk in the pursuit of knowledge ---
knowledge that 
might improve the quality of life for all mankind. Columbia's 16–day
mission of 
scientific discovery was a great success, cut short by mere minutes ----
yet it 
will live on forever in our memories. We want to thank the NASA family
and people 
from around the world for their incredible outpouring of love and
support. 
Although we grieve deeply, as do the families of Apollo 1 and Challenger
before 
us, the bold exploration of space must go on. Once the root cause of this
tragedy 
is found and corrected, the legacy of Columbia must carry on --- for the
benefit 
of our children and yours.
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 

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