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Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Franken In ...
Finally (Sotomayor connection). As to Star Trek, thought increases negatives. For instance, early on we are shown Kirk cheating a test in place to teach dealing with a "no win" scenario, which fans will recognize from elsewhere. This includes the fear that brings. But, the film never has him in a command role dealing with that. Spock in this respect comes off as a more complex character. Cf. Star Trek II.