Not everyone on Earth thinks a manned mission to Mars is a good idea. On the other hand, I am convinced that a manned mission to Mars would not only broaden our horizons, but would catapult us into a new age, both technologically and sociologically. When humans first set foot on another planet, it would be a symbol of progress, of overcoming obstacles that were thought to be insurmountable, and not least of the human pioneering spirit. An achievement that will be unparalleled.
