“Two Mommies” and Drag Queen Episodes: How Sesame Street and PBS Have Gone Off the Rails

Sesame Street introduced its first recurring gay couple, Frank and Dave, two fathers raising their daughter Mia, in a 2021 “Family Day” episode celebrating diversity. The show had previously featured LGBTQ+ themes and guest appearances. Photo courtesy of Sesame Street, “Family Day | Full Street Story,” screen grab.

There was a time when PBS and Sesame Street were considered the most wholesome and educational content for children. However, over the years PBS has moved so far to the left that many...