Even though they won't finish in the top four this season, they will still be of the contenders next season.
“Our flag honors those who have fought to protect it, and is a reminder of the sacrifice of our nation's founders and heroes. As the ultimate icon of America's storied history, the Stars and Stripes represents the very best of this nation.”
“And, so I set my goals on astronaut because, as a military aviator, it was, I considered that to be about the peak of a flying career.”