It’s been a hot minute since we wrote about Buzz Aldrin. The last time, he was taking the Neil Armstrong pic ‘First Man’ to task for failing to show the moment the first astronauts to set foot on the moon planted an American flag (cause that was offensive, or something?).
He’s an American hero and all around bada** who once punched a moon landing denier in the face.
He also endorsed Donald Trump:
A half-Century ago, it was an honor to serve my country in the effort to put a human being on the Moon. I am proud of what we accomplished then and I have dedicated my life to the pursuit of an enduring human presence in space – it is a calling that runs…
— Dr. Buzz Aldrin (@TheRealBuzz) October 30, 2024
The entire post reads:
A half-Century ago, it was an honor to serve my country in the effort to put a human being on the Moon. I am proud of what we accomplished then and I have dedicated my life to the pursuit of an enduring human presence in space – it is a calling that runs through every fiber of my being.
Over time, I have seen our government’s approach to space wax and wane. But under the first Trump Administration, I was impressed to see how human space exploration was elevated as a policy of high importance again. Under President Trump’s first term, America saw a revitalized interest in Space, and his Administration reignited national efforts to get back to the Moon, and push on to Mars. The Trump Administration also reinstituted the National Space Council, and our Nation’s defense was enhanced with the creation of the U.S. Space Force – increasingly important as space becomes a contested domain. At the same time, I have been enthused and excited by the great advancements in the private sector space economy, led by visionaries like @elonmusk. These are concrete accomplishments that align with my concerns and America’s policy priorities.
America is facing serious and difficult challenges both at home and abroad. The Presidency requires clarity in judgement, decisiveness, and calm under pressure that few have a natural ability to manage, or the life experience to successfully undertake. It is a job where decisions are made that routinely involve American lives – some urgently but not without thought. The job requires sober analysis of frightening scenarios, and the instinct to lead with resolve. From the skies over Korea in air-to-air combat to navigating, landing, and walking on the Moon, I appreciate this kind of pressure. I know what it is like to have to make these kinds of decisions, with firmness and follow-through.
In this election, we have a choice and we all have one vote. For some, the choice may not be easy – but in times of uncertainty real leaders are most needed – to guide and inspire a people, to push through the noise, recognize what really matters, and accomplish missions critical to all citizens. Most Americans rightly consider it an honor to cast their vote for a leader they believe will best serve the nation. For me, for the future of our country, to meet enormous challenges, and for the proven policy accomplishments above, I believe we are best served by voting for @realDonaldTrump. I wholeheartedly endorse him for President of the United States. Godspeed President Trump, and God Bless the United States of America.
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Quite the statement.
Fine. The moon landing is real.
— The Lectern Guy🇺🇸 (@lecternleader) October 30, 2024
Dude.
EL. OH. EL.
Buzz Aldrin is a legend. https://t.co/mBG89DVRve
— Steve Cortes (@CortesSteve) October 30, 2024
There’s the punch we mentioned.
Hope it hurt.
You continue to be an inspiration, sir!
— Fuzzy Chimp 🇺🇸🍌 (@fuzzychimpcom) October 30, 2024
Yes he does.
You have been a hero of mine my entire life, and now I find you to be one again. Thank you for trying to steer America in the correct direction, sir.
I would suggest muting this feed, though. They call us nasty but are in desperate need of a mirror.
You are and always have been…
— Rick Robinson #MAGA/MAHA2024 (@RowdyRick73) October 30, 2024
The post continues:
You are and always have been an inspiration.
Yes, to all of this.
Moonwalker! I have ALWAYS been a HUGE fan of yours and your opinions about space and our country’s involvement with it. I am SO VERY THANKFUL that you posted this powerful endorsement for President Donald Trump! THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU HAVE DONE FOR THIS GREAT COUNTRY BUZZ!
— Bob Beddingfield (@bobbeddingfield) October 30, 2024
Yes, thank you.
Thank you, Buzz. This is fantastic!
You exhibited real leadership standing up and speaking out on this.
🫡🚀🇺🇸
— Amy Kremer (@AmyKremer) October 31, 2024
His statement is thoughtful and meaningful.
Vote Trump
Vote for the Future https://t.co/Cr4Vw4UGSi pic.twitter.com/woCK2qpse1
— Baked Turbo Flash (@BakedTurboFlash) October 30, 2024
That AI image is just perfect.
Buzz Aldrin is my favorite astronaut. He punched out a moon landing denier. He writes in complete sentences, grammatically correct. A man of an earlier era.
When we say make America great again, we mean Buzz Aldrin’s America .
And the guy from TOY STORY is named after him. https://t.co/vyu38yeXJS— John Wright (@johncwright2001) October 30, 2024
What a life.
