How Did Martin Luther King Influence 'Star Trek'?

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How Did Martin Luther King Influence 'Star Trek'?

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy is profound -- his activism changed the course of history. Including, oddly enough, 'Star Trek'. Learn how he inspired Nichelle Nichols, the actress who played Uhura, in this episode of BrainStuff.
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