Netflix issues new statement on its most controversial original show ever

[Guest Zach Epstein]

Netflix finds itself at the center of growing controversy in the United States and abroad surrounding the streaming giant's recent original series 13 Reasons Why. Based on a young adult novel of the same name penned by Jay Asher, the show follows a series of soul-crushing events that lead up to a young teen's suicide. The series, first released at the end of March, has received as much critical acclaim as it has criticism from concerned parents and even school administrators who fear that the show could push teens to harm themselves.

 

Some argue that the show glorifies suicide while others applaud Netflix and the show's creators for drawing attention to difficult topics like bullying and sexual assault. Now, Netflix has issued a new statement in response to the backlash.

 

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