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I think the most critical thing to point out in Together Alone would be the discussion surrounding using your voice when you are in a privileged position.

Garnet was not allowed to attend the ball as herself- Blue Diamond arrives and allows everyone else to attend the ball EXCEPT Garnet and even mocks her in an attempt to invalidate her existence  “Garnet? Does that… call herself a Garnet? Haha!” this is heartbreaking to watch, as Garnet readily accepts the fact she isn’t allowed/wanted at the Ball.

Steven indicates his desire for Garnet to attend anyway, in which she explains she’ll find him afterwards and how he has to be the one using his voice in order to get though to White Diamond.  “Steven, this is your chance to talk to White. She’s not going to listen to me, but she might listen to Pink” She is expressing how Steven/Pink have the privilege and ability to have their voice heard moreso than a fusion such as Garnet.

We as allies to our respective communities need to be able to analyze our own identities and to use our voices to reach those who refuse to listen to others. This is an important lesson, which is not very often touched upon. I’m glad to see Steven Universe show how discrimination cannot be dismantled without the assistance of allies. Many viewers need to remember this lesson and speak up and out for minority groups and identities which need to be protected! Sorry for the rant, I just thought this was a very important scene to discuss!!!