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Red planet will take time, money and political will. Weve either got to augment the resources to make the goal achievable, or weve got to adjust the goal to be something thats consistent with the available resources, because if we dont, were going to waste a lot of money. Ifill those are some of the stories were covering on tonights pbs newshour. Major funding for the pbs newshour has been provided by moving our economy for 160 years. Bnsf, the engine that connects us. Thanks for my first car. Thanks for giving me your smile, your motivation, and your belief that loved ones always come first. We wouldnt be where we are if it were not for the people that helped get us here. Dont forget to thank those who helped you to take charge of your future and got you where you are today. The boss of your life. The chief life officer. Lincoln financial. Youre in charge. Supported by the john d. And catherine t. Macarthur foundation. Committed to building a more just, verdant and peaceful world. Mor