She works with Marvel heroes to defend the city, but her heart is always with Harlem.

This is a woman who doesn’t approach life from an altruistic vantage point, she explains.

But, her brother couldnt be more wrong.

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Trepps motivations and determination make her a great companion for Kovacs because she challenges him.

Trepp and her wife are an interracial, LGBTQ couple, but its not a topic that is broached.

Its just the reality of what it is.

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The unspoken power of that dynamic extends to the heroes of the story.

That included making sure people who look like her felt seen.

Putting representation front and center extends past Lola and toAll Risesvery diverse cast.

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The legal drama makes room for stories about immigrants, LGBTQ, Latinx, and other communities.

The new season of AlteredCarbonis available now on Netflix, andAll Risereturns on CBS March 9.

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