Brigadier General Buzz Aldrin, one of the most celebrated astronauts in history and a seminal figure in the U.S. space program, endorses Donald J. Trump for President of the United States.
Aldrin, who made history alongside Neil Armstrong in 1969 as one of the first two people to walk on the Moon during the Apollo 11 mission, has continued to influence the field of space exploration well into his post-NASA career. His contributions to space travel include piloting the Gemini 12 spacecraft and playing a key role in developing astronaut training and spacecraft docking techniques.
A passionate advocate for space science and exploration, Aldrin believes in pushing the boundaries of human achievement and supports leadership that aligns with these values. He provides the following statement:
“America is a nation of bold ambition, hope, and energy. We are a nation of free thought, free association, and free movement. We are a nation that allows the best of humanity to emerge, and we strive for great things. Only in America, the nation that I love, believe in, and took an oath to defend, do you find our spirit, the vision to break boundaries, turn impossible feats into reality.
A half century ago, I was part of an important effort to put a human being on the Moon. It was an honor to serve my country in that capacity. I am proud of what we accomplished then. While it has been 55 years since Americans set foot on the Moon, the only nation ever to do so, that effort continues to inspire new generations of Americans – to press ahead, blaze new trails of understanding, and expand our presence in space, For All Mankind. I have dedicated my life to the pursuit of scientific understanding, exploration, and an enduring human presence in space. The importance of that mission, that calling, runs through every fiber of my being.
Over the years, I have seen our government’s approach to space wax and wane, a fluctuating dynamic that has disappointed me from time to time. But under the first Trump Administration, I was impressed to see how human space exploration was elevated, made a policy of high importance again. Under President Trump’s first term, America saw a revitalized interest in space. His Administration reignited national efforts to get back to the Moon, and push on to Mars – programs that continue today.
The Trump Administration also reinstituted the National Space Council, so leading voices could advocate for the importance of space to America. Finally, under President Trump, the Nation’s defense was enhanced with the creation of the U.S. Space Force– increasingly important as space becomes a contested domain. At the same time, I have been enthused and excited by the great advancements in the private sector space economy, led by visionaries like Elon Musk. These are concrete accomplishments that align with my concerns and America’s policy priorities.
More broadly, we are facing serious and difficult realities on the global security landscape. Domestically, we face major economic challenges, stability in our communities, and rule of law concerns. For these reasons and others, we need a proven, serious, tested leader for President.
The Presidency requires an understanding of human nature, clarity in judgment, decisiveness, knowledge, understanding, and calm under pressures few have a natural ability to manage, or the life experience to successfully undertake. It is a job where decisions are made that routinely involve American lives – some urgently but not without thought. The job requires sober analysis of frightening scenarios, and the instinct to lead with resolve.
From the skies over Korea in air-to-air combat to navigating, landing, and walking on the Moon, I appreciate this kind of pressure. I know what it is like to have to make these kinds of decisions, firmly, on principle, with resolve and follow-through. Training, experience, and trust matter.
In this election, we have a choice. We all have one vote. For some, the choice may not be easy – but in times of uncertainty real leaders are most needed – to guide and inspire a people, to push through the noise, recognize what really matters, and accomplish missions critical to all citizens.
Most citizens rightly consider it an honor to cast their vote for a leader they believe will best serve the Nation – our government by, for and of the people. For me, for the future of our Nation, to meet enormous challenges, and for the proven policy accomplishments above, I believe the nation is best served by voting for Donald J. Trump. I wholeheartedly endorse him for President of the United States. Godspeed President Trump, and God Bless the United States of America.”
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6 Comments
Thanks Buzz. Trump and Musk will do more for space than any government agency will ever do. My direct involvement with the state, county and municipal government in the blue state I live has opened my eyes to the deliberate waste, perpetual lies, cartel-like corruption and thirst for power from our government employees. Off topic, but tell me why after 40 years in medicine, I still need a consultant to figure out Medicare? Why is it so much more complicated than my private insurance? Why are thousands of government-paid Medicare consultants needed? This is why healthcare is 20% of GDP. This same government waste is the cornerstone of Obamacare – billions in useless government resources whose only function is to take from one person to give to another – a socialized system that blows everyone’s money and then forces people into reduced health coverage, thereby increasing cancer and disease in the young and old.
Musk and other private space agencies seem not to be disadvantaged under Democratic governance. Not sure Aldrin is expert in federal health care, but not certain.
A weighty endorsement for the president experiencing the most gravity since Aldrin met Taft. No offense, just trying to balance this press release advertisement.
Could we maybe not do American politics? It’s as relevant to Science and Technology as Aldrin is to the current millennium, even if he would and should punch me for saying it.
I knew Buzz Aldrin personally, and I always thought him an asshole. This proves it.
Why is scitechdaily not-so-subtilty endorsing Trump for President? This article is NOT “space” news. Shouldn’t it be labelled clearly as an editorial viewpoint rather than a “news” article? But since there is now a precedent, I’m looking forward to the equal time article listing all the other astronauts endorsing Kamala Harris. Thank you.
Nothing to do with science, except for Trump’s disdane for “science”.