Captain Kirk's Mercy vs Donald Trump’s Cruelty | "Arena" (TOS)

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Mary Trump and Bob Cesca discuss the classic TOS episode "Arena" about the Enterprise's confrontation with the Gorn and the Metrons. Captain Kirk's act of mercy after wounding the Gorn captain is a lesson Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth need to learn about leadership, compassion, and a view on the long term ramifications of violent follow-up strikes. Makes sure to catch the video edition at trekpolitics.com and don't forget to share Trek Politics with your shipmates. Follow Trek Politics on Bluesky, X, and Instagram: @trekpolitics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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