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MissionSTEM: Building Our Nation's Talent Pool
Nov 30, 2012 12:58:17 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- This week, we launch MissionSTEM.nasa.gov, a Web site created by our Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity, to assist colleges and universities in strengthening their STEM programs.
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Working with Industry Key to NASA's Future
Nov 28, 2012 11:52:06 AM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Today I had the pleasure of meeting with two groups of workers in Alabama that are critical to ushering in NASA’s new era of spaceflight. First, I met with one of NASA’s key commercial partners -- the team at United Launch Alliance in Decatur, Alabama. I went there to talk about the progress we are making to return NASA space launches to U.S. soil, develop the next generation of spacecraft that will take us farther than ever before, and continue our cutting edge science missions.
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American Ingenuity at Its Best
Oct 28, 2012 03:26:27 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- With a big splash in the Pacific Ocean today, we are reminded that American ingenuity is alive and well and keeping our great nation at the cutting edge of innovation and technology development.
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Small Business Google Hangout on Wednesday, Sept. 19
Sep 18, 2012 06:57:03 AM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Landing the Curiosity rover on Mars was a big feat for NASA, but we could not have done it without the work of small businesses. Join Administrator Bolden for a Google+ Hangout 10:30 a.m. EDT Wednesday to learn more.
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Curiosity Takes Us Back to Mars
Sep 12, 2012 08:38:27 AM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- NASA is back on Mars – and getting ready for the next mission to the Red Planet!
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The Next Phase of Commercial Crew is Here
Aug 03, 2012 11:29:02 AM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Today, NASA announced the selection of three companies for the next phase of our efforts to develop private sector capabilities that will keep us on track to end the outsourcing of America’s human spaceflight program.
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Tomorrow's Rocket Taking Shape Today
Jul 13, 2012 05:12:30 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- At NASA we're constantly reaching for new heights and bringing about a future where we can do more than we can do today. We've done it many times in the past, and now we're striving to do it again by building the largest rocket the world has ever seen to carry humans farther into to space than ever before.
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One-Stop Shop for NASA Technologies Available for Transfer
Jul 05, 2012 02:03:35 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- NASA recently released a new Web-based tool that provides the public, citizen inventors, and American businesses improved access to the agency's unique intellectual property assets that are available for technology transfer.
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Talking to Explorers Underwater
Jun 21, 2012 05:25:37 PM | Jim Wilson
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- Yesterday I placed a call to the explorers currently undertaking a 12-day mission beneath the waves of the Florida Keys to help us test and prove concepts for outer space missions.
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Witnessing the Future Today
Jun 14, 2012 03:43:11 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- I had an opportunity this week to visit the men and women at Spacex, who along with their NASA teammates, are writing the next chapter of American space exploration history.
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Progress on the Space Launch System Engines
Jun 08, 2012 06:31:06 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Today, I visited the Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne (PWR) facility in West Palm Beach, Florida. PWR is working with NASA to help us realize our deep space exploration goals and send humans farther into our solar system than ever before. The work they are doing is a critical component to the success of the Space Launch System (SLS), an advanced heavy-lift rocket that will provide an entirely new national capability for human exploration beyond Earth's orbit.
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Celebrating Small Business Week
May 21, 2012 02:54:21 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- It's National Small Business Week, and NASA salutes the innovative partners who have contributed so much to our mission.
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National Teacher Appreciation Week
May 08, 2012 01:46:30 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- In recognition of National Teacher Appreciation Week, I want to encourage everyone to thank a teacher today for the extraordinary daily sacrifices and contributions they make to prepare our young people for lives of purpose and meaning.
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Sierra Nevada Announces Space Coast Interest
May 04, 2012 03:30:46 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- The Colorado company, which is part of NASA's Commercial Crew Development Program, is expanding its Florida operations.
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NASA Ranks High in Federal Leadership Challenge
Apr 26, 2012 05:14:18 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- This morning, the Partnership for Public Service, a nonprofit, non-partisan organization, released rankings from the Federal Leadership Challenge, and I’m delighted to report that NASA scored very well. We do big, amazing things at NASA, but it’s our outstanding people that make it all possible.
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NASA Reaching for New Heights
Apr 23, 2012 03:27:40 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- The United States remains far and away the world leader in space technology and exploration. As long as appropriate support continues to be forthcoming from Congress, this will remain the case indefinitely.
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Strengthening America’s Leadership in Space Exploration
Apr 04, 2012 02:08:34 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- We are committed to revamping America’s space infrastructure on the ground and recognize Florida’s unrivaled importance to our nation’s activities in space, both its legacy and its future. With all of these elements now in place, and with the help of the Congress, we are confidently moving forward as quickly as possible with the next great phase of America’s human expansion into the solar system.
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NASA and Challenger Deep
Mar 26, 2012 05:01:11 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Last night, NASA was again a part of exploration history. But this time, it was a mission below, not above the Earth.
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NASA and America Need Young Engineers to Take the Nation to New Heights
Mar 14, 2012 02:57:02 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- NASA is now embarking on ambitious agenda of deep space exploration that will carry our astronauts to places where we have never been, including an asteroid and eventually Mars. We need engineers to help us design the new rockets and capsules that will carry us there.
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The Next Great Chapter of Exploration
Feb 20, 2012 02:17:45 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Today I had the opportunity to share the stage with a true legend, Sen. John Glenn as we celebrated the 50th anniversary of his historic space flight – the first time an American had orbited Earth. It was an honor to hear from John Glenn, and to consider his wisdom along with those across the aerospace field today -- the scientists and engineers, the students and educators at the Future Forum. All of us are opening the next great chapter of exploration today.
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One More Step on the Commercial Path to Low Earth Orbit
Feb 07, 2012 05:26:42 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- The past couple of years have seen NASA and its industry partners make tremendous progress on the commercial capability for delivering cargo and transporting crew to low Earth orbit
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Opportunities for Everyone in an America Built to Last
Jan 25, 2012 02:35:56 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Today, I had the opportunity to visit Morgan State University in Baltimore. This Historically Black College has been a leader in creating a whole new generation of scientists, engineers and technology innovators.
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A Special Commemoration in Atlanta
Jan 16, 2012 12:54:33 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Today it was my privilege to bring greetings from the President of the United States, Barack Obama, to the 44th Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Service at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta.
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Hiring Veterans at NASA
Dec 16, 2011 09:44:49 AM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- NASA and the military have a long and storied history. Our earliest astronauts came from the military because we wanted people who had test pilot experience and the willingness to face dangerous situations. Many members of the current astronaut corps are members of the military, including five people in our newest astronaut class and the current commander of the International Space Station.
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Honoring Four Legends
Nov 25, 2011 11:03:08 AM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Today, I joined the U.S. Congress in honoring four space pioneers with the Congressional Gold Medal.
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Another Milestone for the Future of Exploration
Nov 09, 2011 05:05:34 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Today we made smoke and fire with a rocket engine yet again. The Stennis Space Center in Mississippi, long the front line in testing NASA's propulsion systems from the Apollo to the shuttle era, is now helping us understand the J-2X engine.
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Small Business Good for NASA and for America
Nov 03, 2011 02:14:07 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Small businesses are not only crucial to NASA’s trailblazing achievements in space exploration; they are the backbone of the American economy. As the wheels of our economy continue to pick up speed, it is important to remember that small business is the engine that is getting us moving again.
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NASA Technologies Improving Automotive Innovation
Oct 27, 2011 11:00:47 AM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Right now at NASA, we’re writing the next chapter in our nation’s extraordinary story of space exploration. Partnering with private industry, we’re planning a mission to Mars and supporting America’s job creators as they take over transportation of cargo and crews to the International Space Station. As we take this next leap in space exploration, we’ll help create good-paying U.S. jobs and spur innovation and technology breakthroughs.
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A Glimpse Into the Future of Science
Oct 14, 2011 03:29:15 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- A full-scale model of NASA's James Webb Space Telescope will be on view in front of the Maryland Science Center through Oct. 26.
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A Bright Future Through Education
Oct 13, 2011 05:40:58 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Education transforms lives, lifts up communities and builds pathways to a brighter future.
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Visiting the Kennedy Space Center
Oct 11, 2011 10:32:15 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- I got a first-hand look at the future of space exploration during a visit to Florida’s Kennedy Space Center.
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Visiting the Future
Sep 27, 2011 05:15:08 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- This past weekend, I had the opportunity to get a first-hand glimpse at the future of human space exploration.
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Visiting the Johnson Space Center
Sep 26, 2011 03:39:09 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Today I had the privilege of sharing some time with the dedicated workforce at NASA’s Johnson Space Center.
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GRAIL and Jobs
Sep 10, 2011 01:02:22 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- GRAIL demonstrates that the Space Coast is open for business and NASA missions create jobs and economic development.
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Next Stop: Jupiter
Aug 05, 2011 01:26:50 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- NASA has launched the Juno spacecraft from the Space Coast of Florida on its five-year journey to Jupiter, putting us on a mission to yet another new frontier.
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Today's Final Landing of the Space Shuttle
Jul 21, 2011 06:03:38 AM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- At today's final landing of the space shuttle, we had the rare opportunity to witness history. We turned the page on a remarkable era and began the next chapter in our nation’s extraordinary story of exploration.
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Jul 06, 2011 01:59:46 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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What's Next for NASA
Jul 01, 2011 01:01:37 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Next week, NASA will launch its final Space Shuttle mission, turning the page on a remarkable period in America’s history in space, while beginning the next chapter in our nation’s extraordinary story of exploration.
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Support the Campaign to Cut Waste
Jun 13, 2011 03:41:47 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- We live in a time of tight budgets. As responsible stewards of public resources, it is vitally important that we, as a federal agency, do our part to live within our means.
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Memorial Day Message
May 27, 2011 10:37:46 AM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- On Memorial Day, we remember and honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. And we also look to the future.
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Reaching for New Heights
May 25, 2011 12:59:17 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- It is hard to imagine that just 50 years ago, a young and vibrant President challenged a worried nation to reach for the seemingly impossible goal of landing humans on the moon and returning them safely to Earth. I was a teenager when President John F. Kennedy delivered his charge to Congress and the American people, but those words sparked my imagination, as they did for the millions of others who watched.
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Recognizing Excellence in STEM Education
May 19, 2011 04:29:28 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- It was my pleasure today to meet the 85 winners of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.
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Thoughts On Today's Final Launch of Endeavour
May 16, 2011 10:42:05 AM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Today's final launch of the space shuttle Endeavour is a testament to American ingenuity and leadership in human spaceflight.
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50th Anniversary of US Human Spaceflight
May 05, 2011 09:53:54 AM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- 50 years ago today, Alan Shepard rocketed into space on America’s first manned space mission. That flight set our nation on a path of exploration and discovery that continues to this day.
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NASA Family Affected by Storms
May 04, 2011 12:21:32 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- The severe weather that devastated parts of the country last week has hit close to home for the NASA family. Madison County, home to Huntsville and the Marshall Space Flight Center, was in the path of the storm.
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New Partnership With USAID
Apr 26, 2011 12:26:29 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Yesterday, U.S. Agency for International Development Administrator Rajiv Shah and I signed a five-year memorandum of understanding to expand our agencies' joint efforts to overcome international development challenges such as food security, climate change, and energy and environmental management.
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Today We Announce CCDev2
Apr 18, 2011 04:12:58 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Here's my statement about today's announcement of the second round of Commercial Crew Development (CCDev2) awards.
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Thoughts on 30 Years of the Space Shuttle
Apr 12, 2011 04:53:11 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- 30 years ago today, Space Shuttle Columbia lifted off the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center for the very first time.
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SMALL BUSINESSES CONTRIBUTE TO NASA's MISSION
Mar 24, 2011 03:45:33 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Spaceflight today would not exist without the spark of innovation that drove us to build rockets and computers and robots. And small businesses helped us achieve our greatest missions.
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Discovery's Final Flight
Feb 24, 2011 07:44:46 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Today, the world watched the space shuttle Discovery launch on her final voyage to space.
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NASA's FY 2012 Budget Request
Feb 14, 2011 01:34:43 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Earlier today, President Obama released his budget for fiscal year 2012. His plan asks us to live within our means in order to invest in the future.
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A Chance to Speak With Tomorrow's Leaders
Jan 28, 2011 03:40:26 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- A big part of NASA’s mission has always been to educate students and inspire the next generation of explorers, whether they're astronauts, scientists or engineers. That mission has never been more important than right now.
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Thoughts on the President's State of the Union Address
Jan 25, 2011 10:22:22 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Tonight, President Obama delivered a powerful State of the Union message to the nation. His focus on innovation, education and building are the foundations for our future success as a nation – and the key to economic recovery and long-term fiscal stability.
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A Day of Remembrance for a Great President
Jan 20, 2011 06:41:46 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Today we recognize the 50th anniversary of the inauguration of John F. Kennedy as president of the United States.
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NASA Family Reaches Out After Tucson Tragedy
Jan 11, 2011 06:00:09 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- The thoughts and prayers of the entire NASA family continue to be with Congresswoman Giffords, her husband Mark Kelly, their family, and the families and friends of all who perished or were injured in Saturday’s senseless tragedy.
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Jan 11, 2011 10:47:18 AM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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Thoughts on NASA's 2010 accomplishments
Dec 16, 2010 04:35:38 PM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Despite many challenges, NASA accomplished extraordinary things this year. Our agency's new direction, supported by President Obama and Congress, provides us a bold path forward to demonstrate even further the many things of which we are capable.
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Thoughts on Today's SpaceX Launch
Dec 09, 2010 10:20:48 AM | Administrator Charles Bolden
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- Earlier today, one of our commercial partners, SpaceX, completed the first successful demonstration flight under NASA’s Commercial Orbital Transportation Services program.
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