Asimov Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 We all know that Gene Roddenberry in his creation of Star Trek also put in a lot of political commentary, morality and what-not in his show. It's blatant because each alien species represents a different group of people or type of person. For instance, in TOS, the klingons were kind of equated to the Russians of the cold war era. The Romulans would probably be more like the Japanese or Chinese. The Federation obviously the US, while the Vulcans like Canada. I could be wrong about this. However, the new series' have seemed to skew things a bit differently. I think the Dominion more adequately represents the vile militaristic nature of Fascist states... I think the Klingons also kind of represent the biker gangs we see going around cross-country everywhere. The Klingons are prone to violence, arrogant, prideful, aggressive, raucous...much like many bikers I see and hear about. Even though the Klingons have their Empire, the Biker gangs all have their "empires" of crime and shady dealings, with warring factions much like the Klingon Empire. The Ferengi represent the Entrepreneurs....money-loving, mysoginists (mostly American in nature) who care nothing for anyone but themselves, and only care to get rich as quick as possible. Any other similarities you notice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amethyst Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 No, I don't think you're wrong. I've heard all this before. Science fiction has often been used as a "safe" medium to express controversial views about current events. Hey, maybe I should write a book about an evil alien cult that tries to take over the world and brainwash everyone! Maybe it would get some people to think. And if the church has book burnings, that would be even better for sales. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asimov Posted August 20, 2005 Author Share Posted August 20, 2005 No, I don't think you're wrong. I've heard all this before. Science fiction has often been used as a "safe" medium to express controversial views about current events. Hey, maybe I should write a book about an evil alien cult that tries to take over the world and brainwash everyone! Maybe it would get some people to think. And if the church has book burnings, that would be even better for sales. Haha, yea I know. One very poor way to get a book attention is to either ban it or burn it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightflight Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 edit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrSpooky Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 Why are your posts entirely in bold, Asimov? It's hideous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceMonk Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 Any other similarities you notice? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> The borg represent the religious fundamentalists who need to force everyone to assimilate or be destroyed. Whatever weapon you use that would normally take out any other opponent, somehow they manage to adapt to it... "Resistance is futile", they say, yet when challenged it ultimately isn't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachelness Posted August 20, 2005 Share Posted August 20, 2005 Why are your posts entirely in bold, Asimov? It's hideous. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I guess it's easier to go back and find your posts if they're unique. I'm not a Star Trek fan, so I can't comment, but it sounds like an interesting theory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asimov Posted August 20, 2005 Author Share Posted August 20, 2005 The borg represent the religious fundamentalists who need to force everyone to assimilate or be destroyed.Whatever weapon you use that would normally take out any other opponent, somehow they manage to adapt to it... "Resistance is futile", they say, yet when challenged it ultimately isn't. Ah yes, I forgot the borg! My posts are in bold cuz I like em in bold... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonofspong Posted August 21, 2005 Share Posted August 21, 2005 Im not quite sure if the Federation completely represents the U.S.; after all, they are a bunch of hippie socialist. They have no money; instead, the driving force of humanity is to "better themselves". That may sound great, but the problem is, not everyone can be a friggin starship captain. What about the federation truck driver? Or the expendeble ensign of the week? How about that poor bastard who squeegees the holodeck clean? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazy-tiger Posted August 21, 2005 Share Posted August 21, 2005 Im not quite sure if the Federation completely represents the U.S.; after all, they are a bunch of hippie socialist. They have no money; instead, the driving force of humanity is to "better themselves". That may sound great, but the problem is, not everyone can be a friggin starship captain. What about the federation truck driver? Or the expendeble ensign of the week? How about that poor bastard who squeegees the holodeck clean? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> You sure it's not similar after all? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asimov Posted August 21, 2005 Author Share Posted August 21, 2005 Im not quite sure if the Federation completely represents the U.S.; after all, they are a bunch of hippie socialist. They have no money; instead, the driving force of humanity is to "better themselves". That may sound great, but the problem is, not everyone can be a friggin starship captain. What about the federation truck driver? Or the expendeble ensign of the week? How about that poor bastard who squeegees the holodeck clean? There is money, it's called credits, and gold press latinum is also a currency used in the Federation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonofspong Posted August 21, 2005 Share Posted August 21, 2005 There is money, it's called credits, and gold press latinum is also a currency used in the Federation I coulda swore the bald guy in First Contact saying "there is no money in the future, because we're all hippie socialist" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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