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Traditionally, Captain America’s identity and costume have been directly linked to American patriotism—an avowedly patriotic figure rooted in the ideals and history of the United States. Mackey's assertions challenge this foundation, implying that the character's essence is independent of national ties and that the title itself shouldn’t be associated explicitly with America.
This perspective aligns with a broader cultural trend among certain segments of Hollywood and the entertainment industry, which increasingly view American symbols with skepticism or outright disdain. Critics argue that such statements are attempts to reframe patriotic characters into more universal or politically correct figures, often at the expense of their original symbolism.