May 25 1991
From The Space Library
The Washington Post cited the Synthesis Group unpublished report stating that although a Space Station in Earth orbit was preferable, if such could not be built in timely fashion and with the desired capabilities, one could consider using the moon as a preparatory environment for a Mars mission. (W Post, May 25/91)
In a subsequent editorial, Space Propulsion newsletter urged that the press conference on the report be eliminated and the report be published as soon as possible. (SP News, May 27-June 2/1991)
According to the Los Angeles Times, NASA personnel were warning elected officials across the country that the killing of the Space Station would mean lost jobs in their districts. (LA Times, May 25/91)
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