Now DC is making a huge push to improve its representation of late, that push continues in the upcoming Superman “Son Of Kal-El 5”.
For those who follow DC comics these days, Clark Kent's son,
Jon Kent, recently intuitive the mind of Superman. The idea of disciple picking
up the character of their counselor is not new in comics, obviously. Dick
Grayson was Batman for a concise stretch, for example, and Jon is so far doing
a fine job of maintaining his old man's values.
Now Clark is still out there combating good in Action Comics, obviously. But now his son is Earth's only Superman. As reported by IGN, the latest issue recording the continuing adventures of the 17 year old Jon Kent as the man of steel also proves that the character is bisexual.
Writer Tom Taylor confirmed to IGN that Jon will be in a relationship with Jay Nakamura, a hacktivist. If you've been reading Superman ”Son Of Kal-El”, you probably won't be all that amazed."Over the years in this industry, it probably won't surprise you to hear I've had queer characters and storylines rejected. I felt like I was letting down people I loved every time this happened" Taylor told this to IGN.
"But we are in a very different and much more welcome
place today than we were ten, or even five years ago. When I was asked if I
wanted to write a new Superman with a new number 1 for the DC Universe, I knew
replacing Clark with another straight white savior could be a real opportunity
missed. I've always said everyone needs heroes and everyone deserves to see
themselves in their heroes. Today, Superman, the strongest superhero on the
planet, is coming out."
