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The censorship movement isn’t solely driven by platform policies; political figures have entered the fray. For example, an Australian senator demanded a review of all Japanese anime and manga, alleging child exploitation. Although such efforts faced significant opposition and were ultimately stymied, they exemplify how cultural misunderstandings and political agendas threaten anime creators worldwide. Japanese artists have expressed concerns that Western and Chinese regulators are attempting to impose their sensibilities and censorship standards on Japanese media, risking the art form’s future.