Atlantis Quote by Bill Maher
“New Rule: Since our new national position on science is, "Screw it, we prefer witchcraft," let's not just retire the Space Shuttle Atlantis. Let's drive it to one of the five stupidest States and have the locals beat it with sticks. Putting it in a museum is too dangerous. Someone could steal it, fly it into space and notice we revolve around the sun.”
About This Quote
Source TV Show: Real Time with Bill Maher, 2023
A satirical jab at anti‑science sentiment, suggesting absurd misuse of a historic spacecraft as a warning against rejecting evidence.
In simple terms: Mocking anti‑science by proposing a ridiculous fate for a space shuttle.
Key Takeaway
Question the value of scientific progress.
Themes
satire
science
politics
culture
technology
Mood
ironic
critical
provocative
Type
political
satirical
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- science education
- public statements
- political satire
Key Concepts
skepticism
public policy
media criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does satire influence public opinion on science?
- What are effective ways to defend scientific facts?
A Different Perspective
May be seen as extremist or disrespectful to space heritage.
