Marvel Political Rhetoric

Comic Book’s Political Rhetoric as a Catalyst for Change Activism promotes values and societal integration that follows the relatable strength and superhuman abilities of Ms. Marvel. A universal theme that affects teens—like Kamala Khan—addresses the need to express individuality. This universal theme connects Millennials’ interest and opens a portal for participatory politics, which is the theoretical concept behind the politics of knowledge production (Jocson, 2015). Youth’s involvement in activism is interest driven and is easily interactive, collaborative, and participatory. By design, social networks reach targeted audiences who resonate with specific ideology, and have the ability to strategically mobilize to have their voices heard.

Marvel’s position to challenge the stereotypes of society’s labels highlights Kamala Khan’s struggle to balance an everyday worldly existence and superhuman powers to express the right to freedom and democracy during this time in history. These elements incorporate the narratives of people who struggle with the labels society places on them while searching for personal definitions of who they are and what they represent. (Genter, 2007). The themes represented in Ms. Marvel’s storyline resonate with young activists who feel they do not fit into society. Connections to the perceptions of Muslim stereotypes form the discussion of how young Muslims find their voice in their communities. Their engagement bridges the universal values and struggles they share with the rest of the global community (Jebreal, 2013). The relatable strength and superhuman abilities of Ms. Marvel promotes activism to empower individuals to societal integration through shared

Malala’s fortitude to fight for marginalized youth mirrors Marvel’s position to illustrate Kamala Khan’s strength as an observant Muslim and young teenage girl who struggles for freedom and democracy in this time in history. The narratives express the voices and problems of political discontent that engage platforms for representation. Civic media is a tool that mirrors society’s flaws and acts as a catalyst for action by providing access and critical analysis to themes shaping the current political landscape. Civic media’s influence on participatory democracy frames the narratives and contexts surrounding youth political participation. The comic book genre falls under this medium as a unifying platform that connects readers to an alternative voice for societal