Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling has come under fire in recent years for comments she’s made about gender and sex that some say are transphobic. WSJ’s Erich Schwartzel reports on how Warner Brothers Discovery, the company that owns the rights to Harry Potter, is calling upon the controversial author to make more magic. Further Listening: – The Media Mogul Taking an Ax to Hollywood Further Reading: – Can Warner Bros. Uncancel J.K. Rowling? – How the Minions Became Hollywood’s Mightiest Franchise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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