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One clip from the series succinctly highlights the controversy, featuring dialogue where a non-binary character’s gender identity is repeatedly referenced amidst a dramatic scene involving the Empire. Critics point out that such frequent use of they/them pronouns in a tense and action-packed scene signifies an agenda rather than storytelling.
Public Opinion and Divisiveness
Public sentiment reflects this division. Recent polls indicate that a significant majority—around 71%—of people want Disney to cease pushing LGBTQ+ themes, especially towards children. The dissatisfaction with Disney’s approach to representation and messaging continues to grow, with many feeling that the company’s priorities have shifted away from storytelling towards ideological messaging.