About Us We are reaffirming our oath to support and defend the U.S. Constitution. Submitter's Note: While Gemini was used in an effort to convert to StratML format the information provided at the source, it had difficulty doing so. The form at https://stratml.us/forms/Claude/Part1.html was used to put it in final form. Astronauts For America AFA _5678-abcd-1234 A coalition of former NASA Astronauts reaffirming their oath to support and defend the U.S. Constitution. ^^ The organization consists of over 100 former astronauts including veterans, scientists, teachers, and engineers from across the political spectrum. Steering Committee Steve Lindsey Garrett Reisman Chris Ferguson Karen Nyberg José Hernández Danny Olivas George Zamka Astronaut Members Full roster of 103 former NASA Astronauts. Joseph M. Acaba James P. Adamson Scott D. Altman Clayton C. Anderson Michael P. Anderson Richard R. Arnold II Ellen S. Baker Michael A. Baker Daniel T. Barry John-David F. Bartoe Charles F. Bolden Jr. Eric A. Boe Stephen G. Bowen Kenneth D. Bowersox Curtis L. Brown Jr. James F. Buchli John S. Bull Daniel C. Burbank Daniel W. Bursch Robert D. Cabana Tracy E. Caldwell Dyson Charles J. Camarda Kenneth D. Cameron Duane G. Carey M. Scott Carpenter Gerald P. Carr Manley Lanier "Lanny" Carter Jr. John H. Casper Christopher J. Cassidy Robert J. Cenker Franklin R. Chang-Díaz Philip K. Chapman Kalpana Chawla Leroy Chiao Kevin P. Chilton Laurel B. Clark Mary L. Cleave Michael R. Clifford Michael L. Coats Kenneth D. Cockrell Catherine G. Coleman Eileen M. Collins Michael Collins Charles "Pete" Conrad Jr. Richard O. Covey John O. Creighton Robert L. Crippen Roger K. Crouch Frank L. Culbertson Jr. Walter Cunningham Robert L. Curbeam Jr. Nancy J. Currie-Gregg N. Jan Davis Lawrence J. DeLucas Alvin B. Drew Jr. Brian Duffy Charles M. Duke Jr. Bonnie J. Dunbar Samuel T. Durrance James P. Dutton Jr. Joe F. Edwards Jr. Donn F. Eisele Anthony W. England Joe H. Engle Ronald E. Evans Jr. John M. Fabian Christopher J. Ferguson Martin J. Fettman Andrew J. Feustel Edward M. "Mike" Fincke Anna L. Fisher William F. Fisher C. Michael Foale Kevin A. Ford Michael J. Foreman Patrick G. Forrester Michael E. Fossum Stephen K. Robinson Kent V. Rominger Jerry L. Ross Kathryn C. Thornton Terry W. Virts Jr. James D. Wetherbee Peggy A. Whitson An American democracy characterized by mutual respect, bipartisan cooperation, and leaders who prioritize the good of the people over partisan politics. _c92587d0-3d92-11f1-9aea-fd2568babdf6 To uphold constitutional values, restore public trust in American democracy, and support leaders who respect science, use data for decision-making, and work across political differences. f39a738c-843e-4638-927a-5006b510c660 American Values ^ * Liberty and equality under the law ^ * Rule of law and due process ^ * Separation of powers and checks and balances ^ * Civil rights and equal protection ^ * Consent of the governed — government of the people, by the people, for the people ^ * Reciprocal respect for all Americans — We hold these truths to be self-evident ^ Integrity & Civility ^ * Stewardship of our nation, our planet, and our shared future ^ * Integrity and honesty in leadership ^ * Responsibility and service to the public ^ * Civility and respect in working together, despite our differences, to solve problems for the good of the nation ^ * Every American shares a duty to hold our elected officials accountable ^ Truth & Data ^ * Respect for evidence and data ^ * Commitment to truth and evidence over ideology ^ * Problem-solving through collaboration ^ * Commitment to facts and evidence over misinformation Immediate Actions Starting now we will pursue the following objectives 0f6bdf64-477d-4644-b834-16e47ce505c5 1 Outreach & Principles Talk directly with our fellow Americans at events and via media appearances and social media to promote understanding of constitutional principles and civic responsibility ac10d87e-6417-4d5a-a981-09f9d62239cd 1.1 Congressional Engagement Meet with members of Congress to encourage the full and responsible use of their constitutional authorities to maintain checks and balances 350fbeae-685b-4f6d-a827-291bf3a9c4bb 1.2 Civic Education Support renewed civic education efforts to strengthen understanding of the Constitution and the responsibilities of citizenship 948e11ee-1f15-474a-822f-13ada8311e24 1.3 Election Integrity Promote confidence in and help ensure free and fair elections in 2026 and beyond 71436233-b0c4-4183-a697-d3c777d9c063 1.4 Evidence-Based Policy Encourage evidence-based policymaking grounded in data, science, and informed analysis – as astronauts do! 0c79df51-3d0b-45b3-bb0e-c8bda7cf2985 1.5 Cross-Sector Trust Bring together leaders from across sectors and perspectives to help rebuild trust in constitutional institutions and democratic processes 735835a7-15e2-4c08-8ed2-62eedd0c79ed 1.6 Participation Invite Americans from all walks of life to participate in this effort and contribute their voices, time, and leadership in strengthening our constitutional democracy by joining our Mission 92bc6937-ac8b-48a5-9749-0f911364a27f 1.7 Next Phase In the next phase, we will pursue these additional objectives bbb22659-b27c-4015-972c-e83dc200a8b4 2 Candidate Support Support candidates regardless of party affiliation who demonstrate commitment to the Constitution, the rule of law, separation of powers, evidence-based decision-making, and the rights of all Americans de511471-2b34-4075-ab6a-81ae6549e5a6 2.1 Democracy Advocacy Identify, support, and advocate for specific actions to strengthen and protect our democracy 6f52b9d7-466b-44e8-98a6-0a22872f70b9 2.2 2026-04-21 https://www.astronautsforamerica.org/ Owen Ambur Owen.Ambur@verizon.net