“The work of Carl Sagan has been a profound influence in my life, and the life of every individual who recognizes the importance of humanity's ongoing commitment to the exploration of our universe.”

—  Seth MacFarlane

Quoted in Seth MacFarlane donates Carl Sagan's papers to Library of Congress http://articles.latimes.com/2012/jun/28/entertainment/la-et-st-seth-macfarlane-carl-sagan-library-congress-20120628, Los Angeles Times, 28 June 2012.

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