Do you think Pluto should retain its status as a planet?
Asked at Massachusetts Street on August 15, 2006
“I think the north and south nodes of the moon should receive more attention than Pluto. As to whether it stays or goes as a planet, I'm pretty indifferent.”
— Genevieve Pelot, teacher, Lawrence
“Let's keep it a planet because it's got a great name and the man who discovered it is from Kansas.”
— Galen Tarman, furniture store owner, Lawrence
“Yeah, but I don't really think it matters. I don't see it causing any problems either way.”
— Madalyn Johnson, Kansas University sophomore, Lawrence
“I'm for it remaining a planet. It's supposed to be an outpost for the conquering aliens according to literature on the subject. So I think we should leave it alone.”
— Jesse Gehrig, cook, Lawrence