I’m reasonably positive about space exploration, and see it generally as humane and progressive, rather than as an extension of colonialist male impulses to rape virgin nature. But along comes US Vice President Mike Pence, expressing support for human space exploration in these terms:
Our nation will return to the moon and we will put American boots on the face of Mars.
I understand that books are for liberal weenies, but surely everyone hearing this must immediately think of one of the most famous lines in 20th century literature, from Nineteen Eighty-Four:
If you want a picture of the future, imagine a boot stamping on a human face — forever.
Common Infirmities 