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Speech transcript / essay page
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2.13 MB
Summary
This document appears to be a page from a speech or essay discussing cosmology, existential risks, and the role of scientists in politics. The author (unnamed in this specific page, but writing in a style characteristic of Martin Rees) reflects on the future of humanity, the transition to electronic life, and the need for scientists to influence policy regarding global threats. The text heavily references Carl Sagan as a model for scientific advocacy and mentions his work with Soviet scientists. The document bears a 'HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026742' stamp, indicating it is part of a larger government investigation file.
People (3)
| Name | Role | Context |
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| Carl Sagan | Scientist / Astronomer |
Cited as an inspiration for long-term vision and an exemplar of a scientist influencing policy through media.
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| Shklovski | Scientist |
Collaborated with Sagan on the SETI initiative.
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| Raoul Sagdeev | Scientist |
Worked on joint projects with Carl Sagan.
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Organizations (3)
| Name | Type | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Soviet space programme |
Mentioned in relation to Carl Sagan's connections.
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| SETI |
Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence initiative mentioned in context of Shklovski.
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| House Oversight Committee |
Source of the document (based on footer stamp).
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Timeline (2 events)
Relationships (2)
The SETI initiative with Shklovski
joint projects with Raoul Sagdeev
Key Quotes (3)
"The century when humans jump-start the transition to electronic (and potentially immortal) entities, that eventually spread their influence far beyond the Earth"Source
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"We fret unduly about small risks – air crashes. carcinogens in food, low radiation doses, etc. But I's argue that we're in denial about some newly emergent threats"Source
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"Science is a universal culture, spanning all nations and faiths."Source
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