Thanks, I didn't know they could do that legally. If discrimination based on language is legal, no wonder they have such a bad reputation on human rights.

I might have to go to the UN, and send my certified letter after they get the Chinese squared away.

I think they may have another potential problem which might best be addressed early on, too. I just read where their basic astronaut in training is about 5' 7" and 110 pounds. Some of us folks might be uncomfortable in quarters designed for such slender people.

I'm beginning to think their program might be hopelessly screwed up. I might be better off saving my strength and not trying to overhaul BOTH their civil and human rights AND space problems.

Could save myself the price of a certified letter, or two, also.

Thanks again. Hate to leave them so unenlightened, though.

Arf