It took a lot of cues from "Space Above & Beyond" though, but BG's even more realistic IMHO.
Previously my favorite scifi show was Babylon 5 but in the middle of the last season something happened to the writers and the show just sort of petered out.
Dunno. There is a lotta "over the top" drama. For soldiers, some of 'em have really poor impulse control.
Also, If'n I was in Adama's position, I would have conscripted ALL of the refugees (take THAT Zarek!); informed 'em that food, water and air are not free, esp. in space; and that every last on of 'em is gonna work for their own survival and the survival of the species. (Besides, the Devil makes work for idle hands...)
Orders will come down regarding their future dispostion. Recruiters will be vistin' to evaluate skills and potential of all recruits. It would be useful to have a resume handy...
Anyone choosing to opt out may leave their ship via the nearest airlock. Friendly marines will be happy to help you find them.