Human race Quote by Lyndon B. Johnson
“No national sovereignty rules in outer space. Those who venture there go as envoys of the entire human race. Their quest, therefore, must be for all mankind, and what they find should belong to all mankind.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at the United Nations Conference on Outer Space, 1961
Space belongs to all humanity; exploration should serve collective benefit, not national claims.
In simple terms: Space is a shared human domain.
Promote international cooperation in space.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- policy drafting
- space mission planning
- education outreach
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we enforce shared ownership?
- What mechanisms ensure equitable benefit?
National interests may still dominate decisions.