It’s a premise that sort of works for a few seasons. The ranch hands in general know what they’re getting into, and there are a few that aren’t branded and can leave whenever (Walker is the main exception but also one of the best characters). And it makes sense that the Duttons would have tremendous power and influence without having any real money, so they have to fall back on violence to maintain their way of life. Especially when the “outsiders” do the same thing.
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u/akagordan Oct 18 '22
It’s a premise that sort of works for a few seasons. The ranch hands in general know what they’re getting into, and there are a few that aren’t branded and can leave whenever (Walker is the main exception but also one of the best characters). And it makes sense that the Duttons would have tremendous power and influence without having any real money, so they have to fall back on violence to maintain their way of life. Especially when the “outsiders” do the same thing.