Politically Correct Comics
27th September 2010
In this artwork provided by Liquid Comics, the “Sliver Scorpion” is shown. The new superhero is a young Muslim, who loses his legs in a tragic landmine accident and must learn to come to terms with the reality of his disability while learning to use his newfound power to fight for social inclusion, equity and justice
No mention of the fact that a young Muslim with superpowers would almost inevitably turn into a super-terrorist — but, of course, that doesn’t fit the narrative. (Note that freedom, tolerance, and the rights of women aren’t on the program.)
September 27th, 2010 at 11:34
Tim: “Note that freedom, tolerance, and the rights of women aren’t on the program.”
But wouldn’t it be funny if the writers tried to slip those in?
I seriously doubt that anyone can write anything for the Muslim world that some group won’t find obscene and declare Jihad against.