I don't recall ever reading of Star Wars creator George Lucas having made a big deal of his political leanings. Possibly I missed them, or Lucas is too busy being creative to bother with such nonsense, or he's simply an outstanding businessman who recognizes the wisdom of avoiding certain subjects that could alienate potential customers while bringing no additional revenues to the bottom line. Lucas may be publicly apolitical, and movies often lend themselves to many interpretations. The newest Star Wars installment, however, left me with a distinct impression that Lucas "gets" modern history. Perhaps it was just a case … Continue reading Star Wars and Nuclear Aircraft Carriers