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Of course, more than one little girl looking at a ‘Barbie’ has wished she looked the same, thus it’s not a surprise that there have been very controversial opinions regarding this doll. Madame Blue shares that many argued that Barbie’s unrealistic proportions promoted unhealthy body ideals and gender stereotypes. In an effort to dispel gender preconceptions, the “Barbie Liberation Organization” made news in the 1990s by swapping the voice boxes on Barbie and G.I. Joe dolls. Also, it’s crucial to remember that no one physiologically can have Barbie’s physical characteristics. Barbie’s size would prevent her from being able to walk if she were a real woman.