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Talk Nerdy To Me: Star Trek Writer Responds Fabulously to Homophobe

^{Star Trek is known for its involvement of diverse characters in storylines, and though I’ve never gotten into the show (despite constant urges from my flatmate), I have a lot of respect for any writer who makes a conscious effort to represent minority groups in their work.}

^{David Mack, who wrote two episodes for the show, and ‘Harbinger’ in 2005, featured a lesbian couple in his novel. When a homophobic fan realised this, and challenged the author on his work, he was met with the truly amazing response of:}

^{‘I’m a f**ing Star Trek writer. Those of us who write the licensed Trek fiction continue to do our best to depict a more progressive, enlightened, open, and harmonious future, not just for humanity but for all sentient beings.’}