I loved Archie Comics when I was a kid. Welcome and fun news that popular positive role model and gay character "Kevin" is going to get his own comic series. The Archie series has had an impact on our American culture for 70 years.
Archie Comics has strived to make its fictional world relevant and contemporary to the real world. In recent months, it has published stories about Archie getting married and the death of teacher Geraldine Grundy, who succumbed to cancer.Anything our culture does to teach our young gay children they are okay just the way they are is a good thing and deserves our support.
"The world of Riverdale has to reflect contemporary culture and to show it is an accepting, diverse place," Parent said. "And that's why Kevin is important, to show that everybody is welcome in this all-American town we've embraced for over 70 years."
He said the series will focus on Kevin's friendships, his strong bond with his father and his coming out to friends and family.
