I understand that’s how the game is played. I’m not here to solely talk about Ida, but I think there’s an important context needed here. There’s specific failings I’d like to zoom in on – being an edgy cartoon isn’t a blank cheque – but let’s save that for another time. There’s definitely an issue that – moreso a decade ago when Ida debuted – trans women only feature on television as the butt of a joke, but that’s not an issue to solely blame Family Guy for. Most of the Ida jokes are great, she’s a well written character and an important supporting cast member. And I can’t in good conscience laugh at the jokes directed at other groups then cry foul when Family Guy turns their attention on me. I’m a trans woman, and while the jokes about Ida occasionally feel forced or misinformed, it’s not a cartoon’s job to educate people. Recently though, Family Guy has been less sure of itself, has pulled the trigger on those crosshairs far less often, and seems to actively resent the kind of show it is. When Family Guy emerged, it was merciless, and swaggered across our screens with an untouchable attitude. Unless you’re a straight white guy, you’re always on the show’s list of easy targets, and even then there’s a chance you’ll end up in the crosshairs. When you watch Family Guy, you have to take the bumps where they come.
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