Bush's Science Guy Answers Questions (Bush has a science guy)

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White House science adviser Dr. John Marburger answers reader questions about the president's views on science and administration policies.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/13230265/site/newsweek/

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Weslaco, TX: As an American consumer, I am deeply confused by all the variety in the so-called "green vehicles." What do you think is the most efficient, infinite, economical and "green responsible" alternative fuel? With so many choices and new technologies, is there any way we can get the auto and energy companies to standardize and really invest in one viable option instead of this jumble?

It would be unwise to settle on a single technology at this stage. The "jumble" is necessary to let the marketplace do its magic.
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Memphis, TN: I suggest that we divert funds from space exploration to implementing a hydrogen-fuel infrastructure as an alternative to fossil fuels. We could use NASA scientists, engineers and project managers to overcome our current technological obstacles and we could start a fueling infrastructure by enlisting the cooperation of large retailers. This type of effort could captivate and unite our citizens just like the space race of the 1960s. What are your thoughts?

The U.S. can afford to lead in space as well as in energy research and development. The energy challenge has a broad and complex front that does not lend itself to the narrowly targeted approach of the Apollo program.
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Indianapolis, IN: I am perplexed by the decision to implement a 5 percent increase in NASA's budget (to more than $16 billion) while the Medicaid budget grew by just over 3 percent. Given that a significant portion of Americans don't have access to basic health-care services, in my opinion, it would seem that the health of American would be of greater immediate importance. What is your view?

I believe America can afford to enjoy great health care and also lead the world in space science and exploration. In neither case is money alone the key to excellence.