Over 30 Years Ago, ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’ Accidentally Cut to the Heart of Trans Rights

Over thirty years ago, Star Trek: The Next Generation offered a surprisingly powerful take on trans identity. According to io9, the episode 'The Outcast' — despite some narrative clunkiness — delivered meaningful commentary on trans femininity and acceptance at a time when mainstream television barely broached the subject.

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