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The core of Ryan’s argument is that criticizing fictional characters is valid, and it's acceptable to dislike elements of the franchise. However, attacking actors personally—for simply making jokes or sharing opinions—is wrong and hypocritical, especially when the same people ridicule others for doing the same.
He highlights that prominent figures like Kathleen Kennedy and J.J. Abrams have publicly derided characters like Jar Jar Binks, but these criticisms don't lead to social media backlash against them. Instead, actors like Ahmad Best and Mark Anthony Austin become targets solely for making lighthearted jokes.