How to be a fan of problematic things
“Liking problematic things doesn’t make you an asshole. In fact, you can like really problematic things and still be not only a good person, but a good social justice activist (TM)! After all, most texts have some problematic elements in them, because they’re produced by humans, who are well-known to be imperfect. But it can be surprisingly difficult to own up to the problematic things in the media you like, particularly when you feel strongly about it, as many fans do. We need to find a way to enjoy the media we like without hurting other people and marginalised groups.”
(Also, this: ”…do not ever suggest that people not take media ‘so seriously’, or argue that it’s ‘just’ a tv show. The narratives that we surround ourselves with can subtly, subconsciously influence how we think about ourselves and others.”)
