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He posted the exact conversation with the technical person in charge. They were considering using the submarine for the youngest as a backup plan. Just because they weren't forced to use it means nothing. During the Chilean mine rescue, there were 2 extra drills going at the same time using different technology.

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I agree it doesn't hurt but at the same time, I'm a strong believer in "too many cooks in the kitchen". Especially when you add to the fact that Elon Musk and his team of engineers are not experts in search and rescue.

Also, where was he during the first few days of the rescue? All of a sudden this story has international attention and he steps in.

He's that kid that tried to build a crazy contraption to save the cat from the tree when all you really needed was a sturdy ladder.

They lucked out with the rain. It isn't clear that the method they used would have worked as well with more water in the cave.

Not weighing in on the sub with that, just the ladder.

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