Pun-ishment 7
by Rob Morris
 
The man who appeared to be Lincoln spoke to the Enterprise's Communications Officer once again.

"Miss Uhura--I ask as I did before. Did my calling you a 'Charming Negress' upset you at all? You still seem perturbed."

Uhura shook her head, and raised her hand, shaking it as well, to alleviate the being's apparent concerns.

"Mister President--its as I told you. We in our time no longer fear words alone."

"Well, ma'am, just so we're clear on that."

"Now, can I get you a snack? Nuts, Cheese, Potato Chips......"

She grinned widely as she added one more selection.

"......Cracker?"