We are our choices. Build yourself a great story.
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We fly to 106 kilometers. We've always had as our mission that we always wanted to fly above the Karman line because we didn't want there to be any asterisks next to your name about whether you're an astronaut or not.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Jeff Bezos emphasizes the importance of reaching a specific altitude to validate the status of astronauts without any doubts.
In this quote, Jeff Bezos explains the mission of reaching the Karman line, which is commonly recognized as the boundary of space, in order to unequivocally categorize individuals as astronauts. He highlights the pride and legitimacy associated with this achievement, expressing a desire to eliminate any ambiguity regarding one's qualifications for such a title.
Themes
SpaceAstronautKarman LineAchievementMission
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about space exploration, one might use this quote to highlight the significance of reaching space.
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