Multiple episodes foreground identity politics as plot drivers: 'Black Like Us' centers on colorism after Diane's school photo receives poor lighting, sparking family arguments over complexion-based privilege, bias, and favoritism, with writer Peter Saji describing it as confronting 'one of the most controversial issues in Black families.' 'Dreamgirls and Boys' explicitly addresses 'changing times of identity politics and gender neutrality,' with Diane auditioning for and winning the male lead in the school play. 'Black History Month' has Dre confronting superficial school curricula and staging a presentation to 'bring Black history to life.' Other arcs tackle workplace diversity quotas, class tensions in Black neighborhoods ('Good in the ‘Hood'), and chivalry versus modern norms.