Initial access to outer space was accomplished only after concerted effort by government-sponsored (especially military) programs. Pick one of the following topics to discuss. - Describe 2 reasons that you think governments, rather than commercial businesses, were the first to develop the ability to reach and use outer space. - Answer the following question: what impact do you think the initial government monopoly had on commercial development of space programs? Directions Make your initial post by 11:59 PM Thursday and reply to at least two classmates by 11:59 PM Sunday. Your discussion should be several paragraphs totaling at least 350 words. Peer posts must be substantive comments. Each post should be several sentences (at least 3 ) in length and must be much more than "I agree" or "good observation." It is fine to agree or disagree, but explain why or comment on some aspect that your classmate overlooked, etc. You are encouraged to conduct additional research to support your position. If you cite any sources not assigned in your readings, use APA format. For assigned sources, you may cite simply by referencing the last name of the author (or Space Primer chapter number and title). ULOs Reflected In Discussion - Describe key factors influencing the United States development of a manned space program (1.2)