William Lyne posits that the purpose of shows like Star Trek is to make us think that the advanced technology won't be available until 200 years from now, when, in fact, phasers (particle weapons) and space travel may actually be already available. See: https://www.amazon.com/Pentagon-Aliens-William-Lyne/dp/0963746774 "Details the methods used in controlled mass media, using "enhanced credibility" of high government, military, academic and entertainment "officials" and personalities to disseminate false propaganda through movies, science, academia, TV, radio and print media."

William Lyne posits that the purpose of shows like Star Trek is to make us think that the advanced technology won't be available until 200 years from now, when, in fact, phasers (particle weapons) and space travel may actually be already available. See: https://www.amazon.com/Pentagon-Aliens-William-Lyne/dp/0963746774