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One of the show’s most striking commentaries involves its representation of democracy and compliance. In the episode “Free for All,” viewers witness a performance masquerading as an electoral process where Number Six is drawn into running for Number Two, reflecting how genuine dissent can be co-opted by the very systems designed to suppress it. The episode illustrates a myriad of ways in which participation can be manufactured, revealing the performative aspects of politics, where real change is stifled and the status quo is relentlessly maintained.