While I understand your viewpoint on the unlikelihood of interstellar contact given the immense distances and obstacles of space, it's worth considering that if a civilization is advanced enough to transcend the limitations of space and time, then our traditional notions may not apply. Regardless of this debate, I wholeheartedly concur with your emphasis on addressing urgent human challenges. Regardless of potential extraterrestrial interactions, our primary focus must be on forging a sustainable future for humanity on Earth. Let's direct our efforts and resources towards this vital objective.