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One random one I'm thinking of now, is Deep Space Nine - Duet. That episode really makes you realize how they explored topics that would never pass the US censors if it was garbed in anything but sci-fi. I don't wanna spoil too much but the larger topic is dealing with colonalism, guilt, trauma, colonialist resistance, hatred, racism... The acting is incredible also.
That episode has stuck in my mind for years, really shows the potential of not just sci-fi but television in general if it was politically taken seriously and not subject to American civil religion
It's not my favorite episode cause frankly the subject matter is rough, but it's definitely in the top three of best acted episodes and most politically engaging
And it's in the first damn season!