Opposing the New Lighting System: A Waste of Funds and a Threat to Astronomy

The man agrees with the professor's opinion because he believes that spending money on an additional lighting system is a waste when there are more important projects that need funding, such as the library renovation. He also agrees that the bright lights would interfere with the use of the astronomy equipment and hinder the academic mission of the university. Additionally, he personally experiences the disappointment of not being able to observe a comet through telescopes due to the potential lighting system, further supporting his agreement with the professor.