saganappreciationsociety.org

We welcome those who were in some way touched by the vision, teaching, and concerns of Carl Sagan. More than a mere astronomer, Carl Sagan played a truly planetary role in protecting all life on Earth. That's a story that isn't widely known. We aim to share that story and bring as many people as possible to a rational world-view with Carl as our guide. If all you know of Carl Sagan is the nostalgia of COSMOS, then hang on because you're in for quite a ride. It is no exaggeration to refer to him as a world historical figure.

We share much in common- an interest in nature as revealed by science, preserving the biosphere and life, ethics and the humane application of science and technology and concern about where our species is headed. We are curious about the big questions, and about history and things yet to happen. In some way, Carl Sagan intersects each of our lives at one or more of these points. Time and again you see references online where people are broken up over something Carl has written, or something written about Carl. How often do you see such emotional outpourings over a scientist? But then Carl Sagan was no ordinary scientist- if anything he was what every scientist should aspire to.

Our minds and morals were expanded by the man, Carl Sagan. The least we can do is pay it forward by introducing others to Carl Sagan's works. We owe him much (as you will see). More than mere fellowship, the SAS has a mission to carry Carl's work on to new generations, and to those who know little or nothing about him. Why? Simply put, Carl Sagan is one of (if not) the best representative of a worldview that is thoughtful, honest, brave, and constitutes the kind of ethos required to address the problems facing all life on Earth.

To survive as a species, and to be better people, we have to understand why we are what we are. We have to be willing to admit to our own failings and question past assumptions.

Part service organization, part educational organization, part campaign group, part social group. We all find the niche to which we fit.

If hearing the sound of Carl's voice comforts you, or the music of Cosmos takes you back to heady days, if Carl's writings give you some reason for optimism despite the darkness all around us, then you've found your people.

Welcome.