VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2025-07-15
“It seems the powers that be are not that into peace doves and olive branches at the moment.”
Deke Slayton · said date not stated · reported 2025-07-15
Deke Slayton noted in a letter why leadership rejected a patch design featuring peace motifs.
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