"Family Bonds in Space: An Op-Ed"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Space.com

Rick Tumlinson, founder of SpaceFund, discusses the evolving concept of family in space settlements, emphasizing that survival in such extreme environments will necessitate close-knit, interdependent units. He argues that these new space families, formed by shared goals and mutual trust rather than bloodlines, will revive and enhance the concept of family, fostering a culture of openness and cooperation essential for survival.