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Criticism of The Boys and Its Political Overtones
The Boys, a series acclaimed for its gritty take on superhero tropes, has also attracted criticism for its heavy-handed political messaging. While the show aims to satirize and critique aspects of modern society and politics, many viewers feel it leans too far into ideological messaging, especially against conservatives and those on the right. The series is believed to portray anyone outside of leftist ideals as enemies or villains, a sentiment that many perceive as overly politicized and divisive.