The central school captain election devolves into a blatant culture war allegory, featuring misogynistic 'CUMLORDS' incels inspired by a toxic masculinity-peddling PE teacher who rants against 'wokeness,' pitted against self-righteous activists like Sasha who reject 'colonialist' titles and lead acronym-laden woke factions, while Amerie's sex-ed 'SLTs' push judgment-free sexual liberation. Queer elements dominate as the primary emotional drivers, with bisexual love triangles (Malakai's awakening with new guy Rowan), non-binary Darren's relationship with asexual Ca$h, and pervasive fluidity across nearly every romance, turning interpersonal chaos into a showcase for LGBTQ+ normalization.

Layered intersectionality abounds: prominent Indigenous bisexual characters, autistic Quinni's arc (played by an autistic actress), and 'banal' multiculturalism via diverse casting that feels like DEI mandates clashing with the 90s original's vibe. Creator and cast promotions emphasize this 'progressive diversity,' while audience gripes highlight annoying caricatures of 'woke' activists and forced bi-awakenings, underscoring how these intrusions prioritize messaging over coherent storytelling, alienating viewers with preachiness disguised as chaos.