Moon Germs and Defense Dept Clash in Satirical Talk
Art Buchwald sketches a clash between space program caution and germ warfare policy. A microbiologist argues moon germs could threaten Earth, while defense testing risks spread of germs. The piece critiques bureaucratic separation and calls for unified safety thinking.
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