They are still working but through other entities/countries. My Dad is working on a project with NASA right now. They put $250,000 down on getting equipment to the space station and ESA (European outfit) keeps holding them up. It was cool to see them talk to the guys on the station via SCTV.
I had a major fascination with space/astronauts/stars as a kid. It is sad to see our program dwindle so much. But when the money isn't there...
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