Astronaut Asks: Why Is NASA Gambling On Glenn?

John Glenn's presence on board the shuttle will unnecessarily introduce risk to next month's mission and crew. It's in the numbers--77 to be specific--Glenn's age. While I doubt there is anything about a shuttle flight that might induce a stroke or heart attack or other serious health problem, Glenn...

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