Motley Fool Money Space 2020: Musk vs. Bezos
Jun 2, 2020
Elon Musk's SpaceX recently achieved a major milestone by launching NASA astronauts into orbit. Meanwhile, Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin is vying for its share of the cosmic pie. Christian Davenport delves into the lifelong ambitions of Bezos, revealing the childhood inspirations that sparked his dreams of space colonization. The spirited rivalry between these two titans promises to reshape the future of space exploration, making it more accessible for everyone.
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Bezos' Lifelong Space Passion
- Jeff Bezos has been captivated by space since childhood, deeply influenced by events like the moon landing and Star Trek.
- This lifelong fascination propelled him to lead his college space club and eventually establish his own space company, Blue Origin.
Early Space Ambitions
- As a high school graduate, Bezos's valedictory speech centered around space exploration, a vision he still upholds.
- Even during his college years, Bezos actively pursued his interest in space by leading the student space club.
Bezos's Legacy
- Bezos views his space endeavors as a way of giving back and potentially leaving a more significant legacy than Amazon.
- He aims to democratize space travel by making it affordable and reliable.
