The season addresses contemporary issues like 'defund the police' and racial tensions from a staunchly conservative perspective, mocking defund rhetoric and defending law enforcement integrity, as seen in episodes like 'Good Intentions' where such ideas are laughed off. Any incidental mentions of modern topics, such as brief references to white privilege or pronouns in dialogue, are handled critically or dismissively rather than endorsively, aligning with the show's resistance to social justice activism.

Casting remains consistent with the established ensemble, featuring organic diversity in a realistic NYC police context without race/gender-swapping or DEI-driven changes. No creator interviews reveal activist intent; instead, the series is praised for appealing across political lines while refusing 'woke' demands on police brutality. Audience reception highlights its enduring popularity, with minimal backlash and complaints from both sides balanced by its focus on pure cop drama and family bonds, free from lectures or identity politics dominating the narrative.