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Entertainment content and popular media are often dismissed as “just fun” or “low culture.” But they are also where we rehearse our values. A coming-of-age series like Heartstopper changes how teens understand LGBTQ+ friendship. A satirical film like Don’t Look Up frames climate discourse for millions. A streamer playing The Last of Us sparks a debate about love and survival.

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