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The recent emphasis on The Mandalorian’s portrayal aligns with these expanded stories, taking an existing depth and presenting it visually and narratively, giving Tuskens more character than ever before.
The Rhetoric of Cancel Culture and Political Bias
The rhetoric used by critics like Mithawala borders on disdain for contemporary social and political critiques, accusing "SJWs" (social justice warriors) of trying to tear down Lucas's vision through "political correctness" or to label the original Tusken portrayal as racist. These critics argue that attempts to humanize or develop Tusken culture are actually efforts to unjustly soften their image and, by extension, to color the franchise with contemporary social agendas.