From: john@localhost.net   
      
   Tilly?  This is a joke, right?  For me, it's to the point of damaging   
   believability - which is critical for SF. Evidently the all-feel   
   no-think liberal writers have no experience with real leadership.   
      
   While Tilly has made great strides, there is still an incredible amount   
   of learning and growth that needs to happen before she is ready for   
   this.  Not to mention the rank disparity, and negative effect on crew   
   morale because of the decision.  'Why should I work hard and progress   
   through the ranks - when this can happen?', etc.   
      
   Personally, I would have asked the Admiral for a replacement.  Use this   
   person as a liaison to the new time,federation,fleet, etc.   
      
   -John   
      
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