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Mar 30, 2026The Verge
No Ethical Way to Consume HBO’s Harry Potter Series, Critics Say
HBO's upcoming Harry Potter series faces an ethical dilemma due to J.K. Rowling's executive producer role and her history of anti-trans activism. Critics argue that supporting the show directly funds Rowling's efforts to restrict transgender rights. Her financial contributions to anti-trans causes and the launch of her own fund underscore the unavoidable link between consuming Harry Potter content and supporting her agenda.
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