I was in my early 20’s when Captain Planet aired. Not even especially political at that time. But I’d watch it and think “OMG, for real? What a load of horse dung!”
Guess it was just a small peek at the future.
I was young when that mess came out too.
I wasn’t thinking in political or social manipulation terms
then but I KNEW that something.. aside from the crappy animation..
was VERY wrong with that. Just couldn’t relate to the premise.