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“The whole point of Superman, as originally created, was to be the ally of those who had no other allies. It put that magnitude of power, the most powerful guy in the world, in the service of those who had no hope, no chance.”

Quote by J. Michael Straczynski

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J. Michael Straczynski

J. Michael Straczynski, born on July 17, 1954, is a renowned American writer. He is best known for his contributions to the science fiction genre, with his most notable works being the television series 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' and 'Stargate: Universe'. Straczynski's writing style is highly acclaimed for its deep themes and rich imagination. more

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