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Will there be a sustained human settlement on the Moon for at least 1 year before 2030?

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Authors:
AlexL
Opened:Dec 15, 2022
Closes:Jan 1, 2030
Scheduled resolution:Jan 30, 2030
Spot Scoring Time:Mar 3, 2023
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