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What makes Mackey's comments particularly provocative is the inherent contradiction. He is portraying a character named Captain America, a figure whose identity is fundamentally tied to American ideals, yet he suggests that Captain America should not represent America at all. This disconnect doesn't sit well with audiences who see the character as a patriotic hero, not just a generic symbol of virtue.
Furthermore, Mackey emphasizes that Captain America should evoke qualities like being trustworthy and having integrity—traits most would associate with leadership and heroism rather than the specific national identity. Critics argue that this effectively strips the character of his cultural roots and diminishes what many fans hold dear about the hero's symbolism.