Just came across this article in the guardian. Marvel are expanding their universe to the Middle-East.
Marvel's newest hero is a Muslim girl.
Originally Posted by theguardian
It makes a few interesting points, foremost being the issues of a lack of role models for Muslim children to aspire to and the constant pulling from all directions that they are subjected to in their formative and more suggestible years.
As I read the article I had to play tug-of-war with my inner cynic who was telling me to listen to the money but my early Marvel memories won out, especially when reading this :
Originally Posted by theguardian
I'm sure this will irk plenty of sanctimonious rabble rousers in far off lands but could this be a precursor to the peace we need? It's a long shot but wouldn't that be awesome?
My vote is yes.