The Artemis II mission represents a pivotal moment in space exploration, blending technical ambition with symbolic progress. At its strongest, the narrative highlights a collaborative, inclusive vision for lunar exploration, contrasting with the Cold War’s zero-sum competition. The inclusion of diverse astronauts and international contributions, like Argentina’s ATENEA, underscores a shift toward global participation. However, the framing risks overemphasizing symbolic milestones (e.g., "firsts"...