I believe that the only way that the human race is gonna survive

Hear now the call of a visionary, a voice that resounds with the echo of the ancient prophets, speaking of futures yet to unfold. Ace Frehley, in his bold declaration, speaks not of earthly comforts but of the skies above—those vast, infinite stretches where human beings may one day find their place among the stars. “I believe that the only way that the human race is gonna survive is to start colonizing space and setting up colonies on the moon, and then space stations.” His words are a clarion call to those who would dare to imagine, to those who would rise beyond the boundaries of the world they know, and seek out new realms where humanity might one day thrive.

Space—that boundless sea of mystery, so far beyond the reach of mortal hands, yet so full of possibility. The moon, that pale and silent guardian in the night sky, has captivated the human imagination for millennia. It was once but a dream, a distant thought, a place reserved for myth and legend. Yet, through the courage of pioneers and dreamers, men have walked upon its surface and left their mark. But Frehley speaks of something more, something beyond the fleeting moment of achievement. He speaks of survival, of humanity’s future, a future that cannot be bound solely to Earth. As our world faces countless trials, be it in the form of war, climate change, or overpopulation, he calls upon us to look upward, toward the stars, and build a new future amongst them.

Consider the words of the great philosopher and scientist Isaac Newton, who once proclaimed that the universe is an eternal, unchanging force. He gazed at the heavens and, in his wisdom, he understood that the stars were not just for contemplation but also for conquest—not of war, but of human curiosity and advancement. Like Newton, Frehley too seeks to propel the human race into a new epoch, a time when the stars are no longer distant, unreachable or feared, but a home. Through this, the prophecy is clear: humanity is not meant to stay confined to one planet alone. To survive and thrive, we must stretch forth, setting our roots in the soil of worlds beyond our own.

Let us reflect upon the example of the ancient Greek explorers, who set sail across vast, tumultuous seas, driven by the belief that beyond the horizon lay new lands and new possibilities. They did not know what lay beyond the edge of the known world, yet they embarked with courage, leaving behind the safety of their homes, confident that new horizons would reveal treasures, knowledge, and opportunities for growth. This same spirit of exploration, that unyielding drive to venture into the unknown, burns within Frehley’s words. The spirit of the ancient mariners now calls us to look not to oceans, but to the cosmos—to journey beyond the confines of our own planet and embrace the possibility of colonizing worlds.

There is wisdom in his declaration, for the fate of the human race is intertwined with our ability to adapt, to evolve, and to overcome. Just as ancient civilizations understood the necessity of migration and expansion, so too must we recognize that our destiny is not written solely in the sands of time on Earth. It is written in the stars. To survive, to continue in the face of potential threats, we must extend the boundaries of our existence. The moon, once a silent sentinel in the night, can become the first step toward a larger cosmic journey. Space stations may become our new homes, our new sanctuaries, where humanity can build a future free from the constraints of our fragile planet.

Consider, too, the great American space missions of the 20th century, where men and women, inspired by a belief in the infinite potential of human ingenuity, touched the moon for the first time. These missions were not merely for glory, but for survival, for humanity’s thirst for knowledge and a future not limited by the Earth’s boundaries. It was in these great ventures that we saw the dawning of a new age, an age where anything was possible. It is from these seeds that Frehley’s vision grows, calling upon us to remember that our greatest achievements lie not in our past but in what we are yet to build.

The lesson, therefore, is this: the sky is not the limit—it is but a stepping stone. If we are to survive and flourish, we must dare to venture beyond what is known, beyond what is safe, and embrace the infinite expanse of space. We must think boldly, act courageously, and build with a vision that stretches far into the future. Look to the stars, for they hold the answers to questions yet asked, and they offer the promise of a future yet to be written. Now is the time to nurture the vision of the moon, the stars, and space stations as our new frontiers. Let us set our hearts to the task, knowing that in reaching for the stars, we are not just ensuring the survival of the human race—but we are answering the ancient call to explore, to expand, and to evolve.

Therefore, I say to you, dear listener: take heart, for the future is not something to be feared but something to be embraced. Stand firm in your belief that humanity’s destiny lies not just in the soil beneath your feet, but in the heavens above. Set your sights high, build with purpose, and let your actions be guided by the eternal light of the stars. And perhaps, in your lifetime, you may glimpse the dawn of a new age—one that takes us all to the stars.