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July 5, 2024

Should countries collaborate to create a unified strategy for asteroid defense?




Total votes: 9

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  1. CleverTiger3
    69

    Although I do think that it is important for everyone to have a unified strategy for asteroid defense, it isn’t the most vital issue that we need to focus our attention on. On the other hand, it is a …Read MoreAlthough I do think that it is important for everyone to have a unified strategy for asteroid defense, it isn’t the most vital issue that we need to focus our attention on. On the other hand, it is a global issue, and collaborating with others could help save money and leverage knowledge and technology. I think that when we decide to commit to tackling this issue, countries should unite to find an easy and effective strategy. Read Less

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  2. pool
    45

    Disaster preparedness, whether asteroid defense or pandemic response, is an insurance gamble. Nothing may happen for decades and money is “being wasted” but on the other hand, a disaster without …Read MoreDisaster preparedness, whether asteroid defense or pandemic response, is an insurance gamble. Nothing may happen for decades and money is “being wasted” but on the other hand, a disaster without preparation or mitigation could be catastrophic. Read Less

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  3. CleverHalibut
    66.5

    The likelihood that an asteroid of a size that would cause such significant damage that would require a council does not seem likely in the near future. Considering this it likely is not necessary, …Read MoreThe likelihood that an asteroid of a size that would cause such significant damage that would require a council does not seem likely in the near future. Considering this it likely is not necessary, however, it may be worth it to be prepared nevertheless. Read Less

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  4. DeterminedLobster4
    37.5

    This issue should not be the priority currently. Thus, there is no push for a unified strategy. However, though it is not a priority, it can still be helpful in the future.

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  5. CalmGiraffe3
    18

    This is something that we should plan for as an international community once technology has advanced so much that such cooperation is easy. Or, if there is an asteroid confirmed heading towards us, it …Read MoreThis is something that we should plan for as an international community once technology has advanced so much that such cooperation is easy. Or, if there is an asteroid confirmed heading towards us, it would also be good to focus our energy on this. If not, just wait. Read Less

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  6. SensibleHalibut1
    79.5

    I think, a global agreement is important especially as this is a decision that effects the multiple countries. However, I do not think that this should be the priority especially because we are just …Read MoreI think, a global agreement is important especially as this is a decision that effects the multiple countries. However, I do not think that this should be the priority especially because we are just out of a global pandemic, there are multiple climate crisis that should be the focus. Read Less

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  7. neehak0920
    21

    Although this issue is not meant to be a priority at the moment, it would only be beneficial to develop a plan for asteroid defense, preserving humanity across the globe and supporting our collective …Read MoreAlthough this issue is not meant to be a priority at the moment, it would only be beneficial to develop a plan for asteroid defense, preserving humanity across the globe and supporting our collective goal of survival. Read Less

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