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Nasa defended its selection of an all-male crew for the Artemis III mission, citing merit-based criteria.

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Nasa, Jared Isaacman
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Nasa defended its selection of an all-male crew for the Artemis III mission, citing merit-based criteria.
When
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 22:18:59 GMT · 4h 52m ago
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Nasa posted a podcast introducing the four-man team for Artemis III, leading to criticism online about the absence of women.
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The selection of an all-male crew for the Artemis III mission by Nasa has generated public discussion regarding merit-based selection versus diversity initiatives in space exploration. This event highlights ongoing tensions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies within scientific organizations and public perception, even as Nasa prepares for future lunar landings.

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