The Shatner connection, of course, is a key factor in reducing crime. It is well known that the incidence of crime at Star Trek conventions is virtually nil. Why? Because of Big Bill! He is a role model for all in this respect. I think that Jenellen was very wise to draw attention to the Shatner connection in her thread title, and I am surprised that more people have not expounded upon it up till now...

the esteemed Herr Liebenscheiss, for example, would have much to say about this that could serve to illuminate the discussion. I do hope he gets time to drop in and share his thoughts with all of us.

Kittitas Valley is clearly in need of a visit from the Great Man (Shatner, that is) ASAP. Perhaps we can arrange a full-blown convention, and get crazed Trekkies from all over the Universe to descent upon Kittitas Valley for a whole week! This would do wonders for the economy, and a healthy economy always helps to reduce crime too!

I am going to convene a special meeting at the WSSBA, to see what we can do about it. Stay posted!

- LH