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It was to be understood that "being a jerk" there was shorthand for "doing something culturally offensive".

And sorry, no, having a legitimate objection to something in no way obligates you to work to improve it. I agree that sometimes it's nice to be able to do so but it is not required for bringing forth a valid criticism, and sometimes the criticism needs to be made regardless of whether the critic has the desire, ability, or inclination to work to improve it. To suggest otherwise is just another form of good ol' ad hominem.

In this case, if a person feels something is inherently problematic, what would motivate them to help bring it to fruition? They should pitch in to make it less bad and associate their name with the end result in the process?

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