Star Trek
As I wrote in a previous post, that I prefer Star Trek : TOS to Star Trek : TNG.
One of the primary reasons of course is the captain of the original Enterprise - Captain Kirk. I think Picard is too much of a “thinker” and depends way too much on his “Number one” and Data. Kirk actually got things done - by himself!
Of course, there are people with more time and resources. They have come up with a whole ton of reasons why Picard sucks and Kirk rocks. For those who need proof about this fact, please click here.
Here are some I liked :
Captain Sisko from DS9 was a god who was destined to join the Temple of the Prophets (the wormhole aliens). And even a god-like figure like him had a lot of hero worship for Kirk ( Trials and Tribble-ations). He also had a lot of contempt for Picard (Emissary). What more proof is needed than the judgement of a God.
Kirk’s era had higher standards of command. Spock said it best: the captain had no right to appear anything but perfect; otherwise, the crew lost faith, and he lost command (The Enemy Within). And Kirk worked hard to avoid displaying weakness in the eyes of his crew-forcing himself through the Psi-2000 virus by sheer willpower. Picard? His first stated concern was that the captain, “project an air of geniality” (Encounter at Farpoint). How standards have changed.
Kirk’s first order as captain of the Enterprise: “Take her out of the Galaxy, Mister Mitchell.” Picard’s first order as captain of the Enterprise: “We surrender.” (I just love this one!)
Even when faced with the new Romulan plasma-torpedo, Kirk didn’t run in order to “live another day” like Picard did.
Kirk could easily end a serious and dangerous adventure with a good, hearty laugh with his crew, therefore keeping up morale and creating a more friendly environment . Picard frequently would merely scowl a lot and have a crabby attitude, contributing no morale whatsoever.
Well, you get the drift…
Of course, if you *still* don’t believe me - here’s more proof [@ 1000 x 30 words/second]
Brings to my mind : This old man went rolling home 
And this is what would happen if Picard ever went head-to-head with Kirk
Until next time, “Boldly go where no man has gone before” 
