Greetings and Felicitations,

I believe it is the destiny of humanity to expand into space. I have my ideas about what needs to change in human outlook and society to make this possible. I would like to get the input of those forum members interested in space colonization.

My considerations include:

1. The development of a philosophical outlook that includes the right to individuality and considers the health of the group as well. A space ship requires the respect for the individual while considering the health of the colony as paramount.

2. I think that the current fascination with profit and money needs to go before we can effectively expand. If the only consideration for space travel is cost then it will never be considered efficient to move out.

3. Even though this is a longshot I think that a level of world peace and cooperation is necessary. I don't think that total peace is necessary but I think that a more cooperative effort among humanity is.

While I appreciate your responses to the above criteria I would like to have other ideas proposed for discusion.

Sincerely Yours,
C. David Neely

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