While the show updates its cast with more diverse characters, the focus largely remains on plot and the protagonist’s eccentric ideals. There’s some modern flavor in casting, but the narrative doesn’t feel particularly hijacked by identity politics. However, certain character alterations from the original may appear a bit forced to viewers seeking traditional interpretations.

The series does challenge authority, family, and traditional morality, but more as a byproduct of the protagonist’s worldview than overt culture-bashing. There are some modern twists to gender roles but nothing that stands out as full-blown subversion or cultural revisionism.

While the story generally aligns with a skeptical view of American society and has some updated progressive attitudes, it doesn’t completely shut out alternative perspectives. The ideology is there, but it’s wrapped in individual character motivation rather than being mandatory for all characters.