Scott Badger wrote:
It's the first time I've watched the character, "Kahn"
since being exposed to transhumnist ideas ... and it
was interesting to follow the story line with these
new perspectives in mind. Spock's words probably
represent what the masses will most likely fear though
.... Kahn was ambitious and he was able.
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I really enjoyed your post. I would like to see that episode again since my involvement with transhumanist ideas. I think even "future-positive" people like those on this list have trepidation about the transhumans of the future carrying out an "age of Kahn" scenario for real.
You left out a great quote though... Khan said to Kirk(I'm paraphrasing here), "improving external technology is important, but improve a man's body & mind and the return in ten-fold!" Now, if only the individuals of the future with such endowments can use them wisely...
John
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