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The Larger Problem: Woke Politics and Franchise Mismanagement
Beyond philosophical disagreements, fans are furious with the pervasive woke ideology that permeates Star Wars under Disney. Many see these initiatives as superficial and forced, diluting the franchise’s storytelling with political messaging rather than focusing on compelling characters and mythic storytelling.
The showrunner’s admission—her stance to "move further away" from Lucas’s original ideas—is seen by critics as emblematic of the franchise’s broader drift away from authentic Star Wars storytelling. They believe this shift is responsible for the significant backlash, as it prioritizes representation and diversity over the lore that made Star Wars iconic.