If you have ever wondered what star Trek  has to say on the issue of gender, I suggest you check out this video essay.  It is a thorough overview of how Trek has explored gender, language and dehumanisation over the years. As someone interested in such matters, especially how language can be used to dehumanise or other certain people, I found it quite fascinating to realise how much Trek has to say on the subject.  It also goes to  show how complex and articulate online discourse and vidding is becoming..