I am surprised about how much was actually shown on the show. Not that there is anything to hide or be ashamed of.
The issue of declining membership, and efforts to revitalize the brotherhood was addressed.
In an organization open to all religions that have a divine being you are surprised about diversity? As we don’t do politics at the lodge I could not answer to anyone who only knows democratic Freemasons. What I can say is that amongst my brothers that I socialize with none lean left. I would truly be surprised to learn if any members of my home lodge are democrat. As an example, Freemasonry is very common in the LEO and military communities. I have always been involved in the military community, but have never been around many peace officers until being raised. On the surface I was surprised, but after thinking about it, it is perfectly reasonable. One of the greatest conflicts I have with Freemasonry is the fact that we believe in supporting the law of the land. As the laws veer towards the left and weaken our republic I for one am torn. In my experience more of my brothers agree with that thought than disagree with it. Look to the founding fathers, and notable past Freemasons to get an idea of the political heritage of the craft. An organization that holds to centuries of unwavering tradition does not easily bend to the winds of “progress”.
As to Netflix, I personally prefer to know my enemy. I am not too fond of an idea, or thought gaining the element of surprise. If we avoid everything that supports the left, we would be left with a bleak existence. As the song says “it’s always your favorite sin that does you in”. I find that people that beat the drum the loudest, are often times trying to drown out another sound. If you really are one of the very few that live completely by your convictions I applaud you, and would welcome your fellowship in lodge.
All that being said, there is only one way to have an informed opinion. I, and my brothers welcome all who seek the means to have an informed opinion.