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Since 1932, Superman has been a torchbearer for our country’s progressive ideals, standing for "truth, justice and the American way” and acting as a symbol of hope through our darkest times. He was borne of the Great Depression -- so it makes sense now, that during one of America’s gravest eras since, Superman is opting to shrug off the burden. And it’s because he's a patriot.
8 Comic Book Heroes That Spread Progressive Ideals
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Last month, in the 900th issue of Action Comics, Superman -- who, as a reminder, came here as an immigrant from the planet Krypton -- appeared before the UN to officially renounce his United States citizenship. “I’m tired of having my actions construed as instruments of US policy,” he said, after an appearance at a nonviolent protest in Tehran was viewed by the Iranian regime as an act of war.
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