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One of the striking elements of Markle's defense revolves around the themes of feminism and sexism. She has repeatedly framed the criticism of her work as an attack on women’s rights. While advocating for female empowerment is indeed a noble cause, critics argue that her response comes off as deflective and fails to genuinely engage with the substance of the critiques.
Markle's continual invocation of misogyny and sexism as explanations for criticism may dilute her message. Critics are pointing out that real discussions about gender issues may be overshadowed by her personal grievances regarding feedback she receives about her presence in the industry.