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Representation and diversity in the comic book industry has evolved greatly in the past few decades. While Black people have been depicted in comics since the beginning of the medium's creation, their portrayal has not always reflected an accurate depiction of themselves. Mainstream comic publishing companies have had a historical trend of being predominantly white and male, reflecting the lack of representation and inaccurate depictions of Black people in comics. The integration of black characters in mainstream and superhero comics has endured various obstacles and challenges. Historically, Black people have had stereotypical portrayals in comics, with common caricatures like jungle or ghetto stereotypes. In recent years, with the integration of more Black people in mainstream comic writ

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  • Representation and diversity in the comic book industry has evolved greatly in the past few decades. While Black people have been depicted in comics since the beginning of the medium's creation, their portrayal has not always reflected an accurate depiction of themselves. Mainstream comic publishing companies have had a historical trend of being predominantly white and male, reflecting the lack of representation and inaccurate depictions of Black people in comics. The integration of black characters in mainstream and superhero comics has endured various obstacles and challenges. Historically, Black people have had stereotypical portrayals in comics, with common caricatures like jungle or ghetto stereotypes. In recent years, with the integration of more Black people in mainstream comic writing rooms as well as the creation of comics on digital platforms has changed the representation and portrayals of Black people in comics and has started to reflect the complexities of Black people across the diaspora. Black people have been portrayed in comics since the medium's beginning, with their portrayals often the subject of controversy. The integration of black characters in mainstream and superhero comics has endured various obstacles and challenges. Critics have noted that black men and women have often been portrayed as jungle or ghetto stereotypes, and have often been portrayed as sidekicks as opposed to primary characters. (en)
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  • Representation and diversity in the comic book industry has evolved greatly in the past few decades. While Black people have been depicted in comics since the beginning of the medium's creation, their portrayal has not always reflected an accurate depiction of themselves. Mainstream comic publishing companies have had a historical trend of being predominantly white and male, reflecting the lack of representation and inaccurate depictions of Black people in comics. The integration of black characters in mainstream and superhero comics has endured various obstacles and challenges. Historically, Black people have had stereotypical portrayals in comics, with common caricatures like jungle or ghetto stereotypes. In recent years, with the integration of more Black people in mainstream comic writ (en)
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  • Portrayal of black people in comics (en)
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