Doonesbury by Garry Trudeau for February 15, 1985
Transcript:
Man: You know, oversight is an awesome responsibility, men. Some legislators have to visit toxic waste sites, others of us are called to risk our lives in space. It's especially tough when it means being part of history. As the first Senator in space, I'll be obliged to stir the hearts of men when I return. I've been trying to think of something to say that would sum up the meaning of my trip. Man 2: What do you have so far, sir? Man: "One giant leap towards approving the 1986 NASA budget." Man 2: Perfect! Man 3: Don't change a word, sir.