Debate Over 'Superwoke' Superman Highlights Culture War Divisions

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The article criticizes the right-wing backlash against the new Superman movie, which falsely claims the character's immigrant background and values like kindness are 'woke' propaganda. It argues this is part of a broader effort by MAGA to rewrite American history and identity, denying facts about cultural diversity and the character's origins to promote a nationalist, exclusionary narrative. The piece highlights how such distortions threaten the collective understanding of American values and history.
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