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And do useful work and take care of it, but I think we need multiple ways to survive, and this is one of them. And let's not talk about the frustrating part, like going to Mars to ensure that everyone on Earth doesn't die. This is terrible, in fact, it's a miserable reason to do this. Essentially, it is the discovery of another place, and this is what distinguishes humans from animals, the sense of exploration, the sense of wonder and learning something new. And I also have to say that this is our first step into other solar systems, and maybe into other galaxies, and I think this is the only time I'm ahead of Elon, because I want to meet other people in other solar systems.

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et. There is work to do to make Mars habitable. (Laughs) I want to meet people, or whatever their names are, in another solar system. (Chris Anderson): This is great insight. Gwen Shotwell, thank you. You have one of the most incredible jobs in the world. (Gwen Shotwell): Thank you very much. Thank you Chris.