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Actually, the Widget extension is what allows for Youtube embedding, and if you wish to block it, feel free.
As for your disagreements with Questionable Sanity, I understand your concerns, but you should speak with them concerning this instead of complaining here.
I agree Youtube embeds should not completely replace all illustrations, but if it does a better job of illustrating a trope, I don't see the issue.