NASA to Start Irradiating Monkeys


	NASA to Start Irradiating Monkeys

David Hughes

10-29-2009 8:02 PM

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David Hughes says:

Can't agree on this one, no sir!

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10-29-2009 8:04 PM

David Hughes

The space programme is a total waste of money that could be otherwise spent to the advantage of humans, the environment, poverty, etc.

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