Five most influential superhero's - Part I

Who is the most influential superhero? The word influential can mean many things. I will define influence as it is written in dictionary.com. Influence is "the capacity or power of persons or things to be a compelling force on or produce effects on the actions, behavior, opinions, etc., of others." With that definition I can't say any other superhero has had an effect on the pop culture in today's age than Superman. Superman was created in 1939 Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. Mort Weisinger improved on the characters background a few years later such as the reaction towards kryptonite.

Ok so, Superman was created by two Jewish people in 1939. Why is Superman so influential?Superman is thought of as an American Icon. The time period when Superman was created was during a time of world wars, poverty and financially hard times. There was World War One, followed by the roaring 20's, the great depression and World War Two. People needed a way out of the realities of life. The world needed a protector. Someone who would could help solve world peace and serve justice. At the time Superman was created, there was the great depression and the rising of Hitler in Germany. The Jews were being persecuted and did not have a home country. They were kicked out of many countries and in some killed. Look at Superman, he did not have a home country. His planet was destroyed. I feel the Jewish community was trying to live everyday life without persecution.  America was one of the few places to accept the Jewish community with minimal persecution. Superman was faced with a similar dilemma. Superman is trying to be human and live a normal life in America. 

Some of you are probably saying to yourself how does this all equate to Superman being the most influential superhero. Well, I believe that we all think this Superman really does exist. Superman fights for justice and the right reasons. In the comic books and movies, Superman is thought of as a savior or a God. He is the one watching above us. Making sure we are all doing well. The thought of someone watching us in human form is comforting for everybody. I sure go to sleep better knowing that we are safe, don't you?

-djoliva