There are two schools of thought when it comes to interpreting a work of fiction.  One says we should pay attention to what the author intended, while the other says we can completely disregard the author's intent.  I fall in the former camp, and this video explains why.  

Videos referenced:   

Tolkien on Politics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ufT7wgWr3rM

Response to Wisecrack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZ4Ej5Ng_nU 

Other Links:  

Rumble at https://rumble.com/c/c-355195

Odysee: https://odysee.com/@TolkienLore:f

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jrrtlore

Patreon: www.patreon.com/tolkiengeek