>> people are struggling with her existence here, even though she is the very thing that is going to save them. >> when i was cast as the lead "star trek" discovery, i was equal part surprised and not surprised. there was a ton of backlash and negativity about me being a black woman. i did not expect it from people who claimed to dearly love the franchise. because it is embedded in the heart of the franchise itself diversity and inclusivity. >> it's so incredibly groundbreaking, and also business dar that it took up until now for there to be the first lead role of a black woman in sci-fi with sonika martin green taking up that position on "star trek" discovery. i'm not the first o celebrate t