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“Compassion--that's the one thing no machine ever had. Maybe it's the one thing that keeps man ahead of them.”

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D. C. Fontana
D. C. Fontana

D. C. Fontana, born on March 25, 1939, is a renowned television writer. Her career began in the 1960s, contributing scripts to classic television series such as 'Star Trek: The Original Series' and 'Star Trek: The Next Generation'. Fontana is known for her unique insights into science fiction and her portrayal of female characters. more

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