'The Other Guy' largely prioritizes comedic storytelling and character development over ideological messaging. Character traits and arcs focus more on personal flaws and relatable human weaknesses than on ticking the diversity quota boxes. Forced representation and overpowered 'diverse' characters aren't prominent, keeping the narrative reasonably intact.

While the show pokes fun at relationships, dating, and contemporary urban life, it doesn’t actively undermine traditional values or appeal to heavy-handed cultural revisionism. There is some light ribbing of masculinity and unconventional relationship setups, yet traditional family, religion, and history are not major targets.

There’s the predictable urban-progressive slice-of-life dynamic, but 'The Other Guy' doesn’t aggressively villainize traditional perspectives. While most characters share fairly modern moral sensibilities, the show allows for a range of quirks, awkwardness, and the occasional nod to old-school thinking.