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"From medical devices to better tires, many of the products we use and experience every day have their origins in NASA technology. The American taxpayers' investment in NASA pays off every day in spin-off technology. But that's not enough."

"We live in a new reality now. With the tragedy of September 11 we were forced to see how the freedom and open way of life we enjoy makes us vulnerable. The attack and events that followed reinforced how physical and economic security go hand in hand. Now more than ever in our recent history, it is important that we look at our country as whole, rallying our assets and talents toward common goals. NASA's capabilities can be marshaled to support the goal of providing for our security."

The above is excerpt from an address given by the Honorable Sean O'Keefe, NASA Administrator, titled "Pioneering the Future"; Presented At the Maxwell School of Citizenship & Public Affairs at Syracuse University on April 12, 2002.