The author supports the idea by explaining how it might be risky but worth to what explore and find on venus. through out the most of the story the author keep reclaiming the risk of it all to get there, but has reason why its still worth the visit.

In paragraph 4 the author states " that its one of our nearest option for planetary visit, a crucial consideration "

then on moving on to paragraph 5 where the author also staes " it would be hard to get there and stay but will be survivable to humans." and finale in paragraph 8 the author finale states " striving to meet the challenge presented by venus has value,not only because of the insight to be gained on the planet itself, but also because human curiosity will liklely lead us into many equally intimdating endevors."

this paragraphs show that he is on board with visitng venus, but also states the risks of getting there.