Can't We All Just Get Along – In Space?

What a NASA astronaut learned about working with Russians, Opinion by Leroy Chiao, CNN
“At first glance, it may seem truly remarkable that the ISS partner nations — the countries in the European Space Agency, Japan, Canada, the US and Russia — continue to work together so well, given that they often have differing views on world events and issues. But after some thought, it becomes obvious why international tension does not tend to reach the space station. Every partner has a large vested interest in the success of ISS and its continuing operations. Astronauts, cosmonauts, flight controllers and technical specialists are dedicated to its success, and are, by and large, given the necessary resources and then left alone to do their jobs. Between the international professionals on the ISS and everyone who works on the program, from flight controllers to engineers, strong friendships form. Honest — and sometimes heated — discussions take place. But the friendships endure and everyone continues to pull in the same direction.”
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