>>12291051And Berger doubled down recently too on his source. So its more than just a "rumor." Even if you like Bridenstein, it doesn't mean those in powers do. Being ignorant about the possibility leaves you in a retarded position. Its just like the retarded "America #1" people who claim China's still 1950s weapon and think the Chinks aren't close peers. Reality is gonna bite them hard in ass.
>>12291017Chinks have goal, money, leadership, ambition, people, progress, etc. CNSA's budget for 2020 is $11 B USD nominally. Given that 100% of products made/used by CNSA is homegrown and 100% of employees are homegrown in China, that number is likely close to 4x for its real value. 1 USD = 6.6 YUAN. A $500 can get you 2 bedroom in a 10+ story building in any of their cities, barring the most expensive places. They also don't have legacy programs like diversity programs, expensive health care coverage, expensive pensions, etc. By 2024 their budget will likely be close to $20B USD nominally and ~10x NASA's budget after inflation.
