The series has devolved into a soap opera for those who think their tastes are better than that of women who indulge in daytime soaps, telenovelas, or primetime garbage. Unfortunately, many Catholics have been lured into the show, and some even take pride in the fact that the show's creator is Catholic. The latest attack on traditionalism? The support by practically everyone in episode 3 (with the exception of Carson, maybe) of women's suffrage. Lord Grantham may disapprove of Edith's writing an editorial in a newspaper in favor of giving all women the vote, but Matthew claims that he actually agrees with Edith's position. I bet if Bates were asked, he would assent to it as well. Only the fuddy-duddy Carson, who opposes any sort of progress (whether it be an electric toaster or women's suffrage), gives any sign of disapproval. But any traditionalism worth its name includes a defense of patriarchy (THE AUTHORITY OF THE HUSBAND ACCORDING TO THE MAGISTERIUM by Rev. Paul N. Check).
Western "conservative" Catholics who are fans of the show will nonetheless probably look past this and claim the show reflects "conservative" values, when really it remakes the aristocracy in the image of modern liberalism, while catering to women's desires for extravagance and comfort and drama. I've got better things to do then subject myself to more propaganda masquerading as art.
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