In 1969, the world held its breath as an American first set foot on the Moon, marking a triumph of courage, ingenuity, and unshakable resolve. But in the ensuing decades, that spark dimmed. The Soviet Union fell, and with it, our cosmic ambitions seemed to fade. We turned our gaze back to Earth.

Today, we are losing ground on a frontier we first claimed as ours. Moon should not be left as a relic of past triumphs; it is a modern strategic and economic prize. China and Russia recognize its potential — resources, technology, influence — and are advancing rapidly. Meanwhile, America hesitates, risking not just our pride, but our status as a global superpower. Moon is the gateway to the final frontier, the first step in humanity’s boundless future. It is time to claim a permanent foothold.