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As the show's reception remains tepid—some reports estimate only around 15-33% approval—industry insiders and proponents react by dismissing these numbers as "review bombing" or as quiet minority voices. The argument is that critics and some fans are shooting themselves in the foot, dismissing widespread dissatisfaction because they are ideologically committed to maintaining a particular worldview.
This disconnect introduces a recurring theme: the desire to control perception and suppress negative opinions via silencing tactics, including accusations of stupidity, mob mentality, or virtue signaling. There's a suggestion that some creators and critics feel threatened by the growing consensus of displeasure, leading to efforts aimed at shaming and marginalizing dissenters.