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Conversely, advocates claim that expanding diversity allows for a richer range of stories that better reflect society. However, recent admissions indicate that many industry initiatives are motivated less by meritocracy and more by political or social agendas—aiming to "purge" certain demographics while elevating others, such as Black women.
One telling comment from industry insiders pointed out that in 2024, a figure like Larry David—a famously Jewish comedian and writer—would likely struggle to find work under current policies that classify Jewish identity as non-white, highlighting the shifting biases and classifications within Hollywood.