Leslie Lee / TruthdigDec 21, 2019
There’s more than a little tragic irony in how HBO’s version of the classic comic fumbled so spectacularly on racial politics. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
Frank Blaney / The Good Men ProjectFeb 6, 2018
The comic book movie has the potential to change the face of American politics. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )
Join our newsletterStay up to date with the latest from Truthdig. Join the Truthdig Newsletter for our latest publications.
Alexander Reed Kelly / TruthdigSep 10, 2013
The co-publisher of the iconic comic book said Batwoman can't marry the woman of her dreams because "heroes shouldn't have happy personal lives," The Independent reports. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigJun 1, 2012
A conservative Christian group calling itself One Million Moms is up in arms about DC Comics’ decision to reveal that one of its well-known characters is gay. The organization is demanding the publisher reverse its decision, because if Superman wants to kiss men, so will your son. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigNov 27, 2011
Comic artist Frank Miller’s recent tirade against the Occupy movement gives us a glimpse into the mind of a man made important by an entertainment culture that pushes death, selfishness, uncritical obedience to authority and simplistic notions of good and evil. Guardian columnist Rick Moody has a word for such fare: cryptofascist. (more) Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigSep 6, 2011
This Labor Day, it's not just 25 million Americans who are out of a job. In our comic book society, not even female superheroes can find work. (more) Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )
Chris Hedges / TruthdigMay 10, 2010
The traditional religious institutions are in irreversible decline They have nothing left to say And their aging congregants, who are fleeing the church in droves, know it But don’t think the world will be a better place for their demise The traditional religious institutions are in irreversible decline . Dig deeper ( 7 Min. Read )
Join our newsletterStay up to date with the latest from Truthdig. Join the Truthdig Newsletter for our latest publications.
Now you can personalize your Truthdig experience. To bookmark your favorite articles and follow your favorite authors, please login or create a user profile.
Now you can personalize your Truthdig experience. To bookmark your favorite articles and follow your favorite authors, upgrade to supporter.