Parallels Between MLK, Malcolm X, And The X-Men

Comics have long been used as a vehicle for social commentary, addressing issues such as discrimination and inequality. I agree with the argument that there are many parallels between MLK, Malcom X, and The X-Men. The X-Men franchise is a prime example of this, drawing parallels between the real civil rights leaders, Martin Luther King Jr., and Malcolm X, as well as the fictional characters, Professor Xavier, and Magneto. For example, Professor Xavier's stance on passive resistance and integration is similar to Martin Luther King's when he spoke at the Children's March, where he called for nonviolent protest in order to achieve equality. Similarly, Professor and his X-Men seek a peaceful co-existence with humans in hopes of eventual acceptance