In a recent exchange on "CBS Mornings Plus," host Vladimir Duthiers voiced concerns about the United States' potential plans to establish a presence on the moon, likening it to a new form of colonialism.
This prompted a reminder from astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson that the moon lacks an indigenous population. The conversation, which also featured co-host Adriana Diaz, revolved around the White House's ambitions for human space exploration and the construction of a nuclear reactor on the lunar surface as a precursor to a U.S. lunar base.
As reported by Gateway Pundit, Duthiers' remarks echo the rhetoric often found on far-left college campuses, where discussions about colonization are frequently used to critique America's past. The media's portrayal of such initiatives as colonial endeavors reflects a broader trend of using language to challenge the nation's history and achievements.
According to FOX News, Duthiers expressed apprehension that the Trump administration's plans for a moon base might herald a new "age of colonialism" in space.
During the discussion, Diaz questioned the inevitability of lunar colonization, asking, "Should we be trying to colonize and saying that theres a keep-out zone that no other countries can participate in having?"
Tyson responded by highlighting the fundamental difference between historical colonization on Earth and the moon, noting, "Well, the the real problem with the colonization history in Western civilization is that there were people already there." He further emphasized, "There are no moon beings that were displaced as far as we know."
This exchange underscores the ongoing influence of progressive ideologies within media circles, where even space exploration is scrutinized through the lens of colonialism.
While the left continues to challenge traditional narratives, it is essential to recognize the unique context of lunar exploration, devoid of the historical complexities associated with terrestrial colonization.
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