Star Trek: Starfleet Academy's debut on the 2026 TV schedule isn't far off, and with the franchise celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, there's a lot of conversation around it. Since the first trailer, I've seen a litany of reactions to each new look that surfaces, with the word "woke" frequently being used by those who are critical. Franchise vet Robert Picardo had something to say on the matter and penned a strong message ahead of the upcoming show's debut.
Picardo, who was previously on Star Trek: Voyager as the EMH/Doctor, will reprise his role in Starfleet Academy. Ahead of the series' two-episode premiere on Thursday, January 15 for those with a Paramount+ subscription, the actor posted on Twitter about the franchise in this landmark year, and a little bit about what some fans have said about its current state. He began,
