In 2009, Ms. Ride was a member of the Augustine Committee, appointed by President Obama to make recommendations on the future of NASA's human-spaceflight programs.

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So hang on to your hats, prepare for a bumpy ride, and be sure to make the adjustments to your business that will help you survive and excel.

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More importantly to car buyers, all of the engineering upgrades that make the new Accord perform better than expected on a racetrack also give it a quieter, smoother and more responsive ride in everyday driving.

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