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The case of Doctor Who exemplifies how ideological infusion based on identity politics can threaten the integrity and popularity of a once-iconic series. While inclusion and representation are important, many feel that Doctor Who’s recent direction reflects an overreach that compromises storytelling and alienates core audiences.
As we watch this historic franchise struggle, the question remains: will it adapt and return to its roots, or continue down a path of cultural activism at the expense of its legacy? Only time will tell, but the current trajectory suggests a franchise caught in the grips of a contentious ideological battle.