We welcomed Dean Cheng back to the show, six years after his first appearance. We talked extensively about China, their space program and goals, Artemis, US space policy and challenges with it. Also on the table was a discussion about the lack of understanding in the US that space is essential, especially since in China the situation is different. Dean talked about space with other Asian countries plus the consequences of China passing us as the global space leader. Mars Sample Return was a possible example of this. A listener asked about the consequences of China going to the Moon before us and their language and rules prevailing. Don't miss it plus his analysis of the Wolf Amendment in Congress. Read the full summary of the program at www.thespaceshow.com for Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2024.