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Despite acknowledging that she does not fully agree with Barrera’s perspective, critics point out that she should not have been fired simply for her political opinions. Instead, Hollywood’s response was swift and severe: Barrera was dropped from Scream 7 amidst rumors that other cast members, like Jenna Ortega, may follow suit.
The studio, Spyglass Media, issued a statement reaffirming their stance against antisemitism and hate speech, emphasizing that they have no tolerance for such expressions in their productions. However, critics argue that Barrera's posts did not explicitly promote hate but rather reflected her personal view on a complex, global issue.