Is Superman A Hero

Superman, a man that has set the tone for heroism with his superstrength, superspeed, and his other incredibly cool powers. But in order to be a superhero, you don’t need any superpower except for a good attitude and being willing to help. People can be called a hero by someone and a villain by another for several reasons like religion, deeds or their job. But regardless to what peole say, you could still be a hero to someone.

Everyone has their own idea of what a hero is and what a hero does. Most people think that guys like superman and batman are heroes because they have incredible superpowers and they are famous people who receive glory. Many people describe heroes as strong and indestructible people, however, heroes are actually not always famous and they are not always the way that society portrays them. In fact, most heroes are ordinary people who do extraordinary things and have notable traits for society to follow. Although heroes are mostly overlooked or misinterpreted by many people, a hero is always a courageous, selfless, and persistent person who has the determination to create change for the better.

      Superman, also known as Clark Kent, is the most popular modern day hero. Superman spent most of his time saving people from natural disasters and corrupt businessmen. He would level slums to force the city to build decent housing, and he would use his powers to terrorize munitions makers.

“ What makes Superman a hero is not that he has power, but that he has the wisdom and the maturity to use the power wisely…” This is saying that Hero’s serve the will of others while still maintaining their own individual personality, the example of Abraham Lincoln, and that heroism is not the idea of serving yourself first, and all heroes are people who are responsible to use there power for good. For example, Hero's are people who do there best to force change in a positive way. They can do this in large ways or small ways.

Ricky Martin once said, “Heroes represent the best of ourselves, respecting that we are human beings. A hero can be anyone from Ghandi to your classroom teacher, anyone who can show courage when faced with a problem. A hero is someone who is willing to help others in his or her best capacity.” Almost anyone can be a hero, as long as they have the courage and the maturity to understand and respect those who they attempt to help. Despite the fact that a hero cannot save everyone, being heroic is about placing others before oneself and strive to help those who need it the most.

The definition of a hero is not a simple dictionary definition. Heroism is a complex idea, but many people in history have been regarded as heroes. These great figures were honored by all, it is they who embody heroism. They made a large change for the better in our society. While this change is what made them stand out, all you need to be is one who helps and trusts others even if you have to sacrifice something for them.

What comes to mind when you think of the word “hero”? Some people would think of a fictional character such as Superman, a comic-book character who has great strength, and can fly. Others might think of a historical figure, such as Abraham Lincoln, 16th president of the United States. While the aforementioned examples are not only noteworthy, but also well-liked for their courageous characteristics, there are many other qualities to being a hero.

Many people think Batman and Superman are heroes because of their bravery and daring personalities but they are not true and honorable heroes. True and honorable heroes have to sacrifice for others, have good intentions to their actions, and make a difference in other’s lives. Others may argue that there is more to a hero than those traits or that you only need one of the traits but you can’t be a hero without all three traits even if you have other good traits to make up for it.

If you were to ask any individual what their idea of a hero is, they’ll most likely give you a perfect description of superman, but that’s the fictional visual that’s been placed into the minds of the general public. What is a true hero? A true hero is selfless, brave, and determined; someone like Ted Lavender. Lavender was highly respected, he was as brave as he could be without needing recognition, and he took a bullet to the head.

The quote, “"Superman was more powerful than any politician and more effective than any social activist," said Laura Siegel Larson, daughter of Jerry Siegel” (Michael Sangiacomo 1), shows how Superman somewhat assumed the position as a politician or some kind of role model in America. This was because he was able to calm America down a little and allow them to rest after long, hard days or in the mornings to help them get up and their day. He could also speak openly and appeal to all Americans, which added to his popularity. People went to work all day to try to make money and during this time it was literally a matter of life or death, so seeing Superman overpower his barriers helped them relax and get through the day. Moreover; this simply goes to show that he was easy to relate to, which Americans seemed to adore about him.

A world where many may even be considered a hero. The word “hero” is a very broad term and is open for interpretation amongst many since there are a multitude of heroic types. Generally, a hero is an individual who, in the face of dangerous obstacles or even everyday regular tasks, accomplishes impressive feats of courage, bravery or strength, for the greater good of the situation at hand. Attributes of heroes have changed over context and time. However, one question that remains is whether or not heroes from the past have qualities that can still be considered heroic in the present.

Thomas Dixon Jr’s The Clansman: An Historical Romance of the Ku Klux Klan is a novel explores the Klansmen’s use of disguise by suggesting that it is utilized to enact vigilante justice on behalf of the victimized white people of the south. Chris Galaver’s “The Ku Klux Klan and the Birth of the Superhero” is an article that argues the modern superhero figure finds its roots in Dixon’s novel, however one can argue that the modern superhero is the very opposite of Dixon’s vigilante. It is important to note that Superman inverts the use of the mask, which Galaver argues is a key trait of the Klan in their pursuit of vigilante justice. The debut of Superman occurs four months after the Anschluss suggesting that a connection can be made between

The word heroism brings to mind different things to different people. This is because people tend to have different concepts of heroism and what it means. The definition of heroism has changed a lot since ancient times and will continue to change. Despite these changes, there are a few things about heroes that will never change. A hero can be described as a person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities. Both ancient and modern day heroes are idealized for possessing these traits. Heroes, no matter from what time period, will always be powerful, strong, brave, and valued.

Batman and Superman are both great heroes, but they differ quite a bit in how they act and how

is a fictional character, he is admired for fighting crimes and saving lives in the movies and comics. In the real word today someone who fights crimes like police , and save people lives are heroes. In addition, people who save people lifes are heroes, but heroes can do more than just save peoples life’s. Another reason why some people might oppose that heroes only can just save people lifes is because they don’t know the true meaning of a hero. They think to be hero a person should have the ability to fight, but they don’t have