(blocked) asks:
> Second, has there been much shown in the economics of the
> universe you've created? I've seen postings concerning the
> relative military and technological strength of the major races
> -- has there been any similar comparisons of economic influence?
> Is it something you consider part of the backstory when writing
> episodes or is the amazingly complex factors you already juggle
> quite enough?

There's been some on economics, not nearly enough, though.

jms