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The criticism of Artemis II reflects a broader skepticism that often emerges whenever major space milestones are revisited. Comparisons to Apollo 8 are understandable, since that mission first carried humans around the moon, but they overlook key differences. Artemis II is not simply repeating history, it is part of a long gap in human deep space travel that required rebuilding capability from the ground up. Technology has not disappeared, it has evolved, often prioritizing safety, cost and sustainability over speed.
Claims about distance records can be confusing because they depend on how measurements are defined, orbit paths versus surface travel, mission profiles and spacecraft design. As for visuals, the absence of stars in many space images is not evidence of fabrication. Camera exposure settings are typically adjusted for brightly lit objects like spacecraft or Earth, which washes out dim background stars. This is a well understood limitation of photography, not a hidden anomaly.
Skepticism is not inherently unreasonable, but it should be grounded in verifiable facts rather than assumptions about intent or deception. Space exploration remains one of the most complex endeavors undertaken by humans, involving thousands of engineers, scientists and independent observers worldwide. While questions about transparency and communication are fair, dismissing entire missions as staged without credible evidence overlooks decades of consistent data, international collaboration and publicly available research that supports the reality of these achievements.
The Artemis of Deep State Fakery – LewRockwell
The recent adventure of NASA’s Artemis II, which our kept press lauded as an “historic” mission, drummed home just how hoodwinked the American public is. I remember it being “historic” in 1968 when astronauts Borman, Anders, and Lovell accomplished the exact same thing- orbiting the moon, on Apollo 8.
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Johnny Mercer is showcased in this edited documentary as more than a songwriter, he emerges as a defining voice of American popular music. From his Savannah roots to Hollywood success, Mercer’s wit, wordplay, and emotional depth shaped classics that still resonate. The film highlights his collaborations, business acumen, and founding of Capitol Records, while revealing a driven perfectionist whose lyrics captured romance, nostalgia, and the American spirit with effortless elegance.
Johnny Mercer – Edited Documentary
John Herndon Mercer 1909 -1976, An American lyricist, songwriter, and singer. He was also a record label executive who co-founded Capitol Records with music industry businessmen Buddy DeSylva and Glenn E. Wallichs. He is best known as a Tin Pan Alley lyricist, but he also composed music.
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