Republican Party Platform: Excerpts on Space Exploration – 2000, 2004

2004: “The President’s support for
NASA and vision for space exploration will also enhance scientific development and
technological breakthroughs.”

2000: “In addition, the Republican Party will remain committed to America’s leadership in space research and exploration. We will ensure that this Nation can expand our knowledge of the universe, and with the support of the American people, continue the exploration of Mars and the rest of the solar system. We consider space travel and space science a national priority with virtually unlimited benefits, in areas ranging from medicine to micro-machinery, for those on earth. Development of space will give us a growing economic resource and a source of new scientific discoveries.” [Source]