The Nominees!
Okay, here they are, the 16 nominees for president: 8 Marvel and 8 DC. Let the campaigning begin!
MARVEL
Carol Danvers "Ms. Marvel"
Carol Danvers has a long, distinguished career in government service. She served in the Air Force as both a pilot and intelligence officer, served as NASA's Security Chief; and worked for the Department of Homeland Security. Additionally she is noted for her time as a magazine editor and her heroic work with the Avengers. She believes in a strong rule of law, immigration reform, and stronger punishment for criminals. She also supports better programs for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Nick Fury
Though most famous for being the commander of the US Army's Howling Commandos during World War II, Fury also is a veteran of World War I, Korea, and Vietnam. He continued his years of distinguished service after leaving the army, first with the CIA, and later with the international organization known as S.H.I.E.L.D. He supports the use of international organizations, but also believes in the use of preemptive force when necessary. He is anti-illegal aliens and supports a strong anti-drug policy. He also believes in the need for a robust intelligence service and government independence when taking appropriate actions.
Matt Murdock “Daredevil”
Matt Murdock is a traditional Irish-Catholic, who grew up on the hard streets of New York. Blinded at a young age, Daredevil sees an important role for the government helping out those in need of assistance. Though he made his money as a defense attorney, he takes a strong stand against organized crime and drugs and is pro-gun control. He believes in traditional moral values.
Norman Osbourne "Green Goblin"
A famed industrialist and entrepreneur, Osbourne currently heads the group known as the Thunderbolts. He supports reduced taxes, reduced government regulation of the economy, the legalization of some drugs, and the death penalty. He is opposed to gun control.
Reed Richards “Mr. Fantastic”
Reed Richards is perhaps the greatest scientific genius on the planet and the leader of the Fantastic Four. He is a great supporter of education, science, and space exploration. He also believes in strong rule of law, and supports increased funding for law enforcement as well as stronger penalties for criminals. He has established a strong anti-illegal alien stance.
Tony Stark "Iron Man"
Tony Stark made his money as a defense contractor and remains one of the United States foremost industrialist. As Iron Man, he has lead the Avengers and also served as the director of the international organization S.H.I.E.L.D. He believes in a firm rule of law and harsher sentences for criminals. He believes in an aggressive foreign policy, the use of force, and the right to bear arms. He believes in free market principles and increased trade, but holds an anti-illegal alien stance.
Jennifer Susan Walters "She-Hulk"
Daughter of a Los Angles Sheriff, Jennifer Susan Walters is a skilled attorney as well as a former member of the Avengers and Fantastic Four. She believes in the rehabilitation of criminals, protecting the environment, and the need to balance concerns of civil liberties with security measures.
Charles Xavier "Professor X"
The founder and former director of Xavier’s School for Gifted Youngsters, Professor X has been a pioneer in civil rights. A natural genius, he would obtain 3 doctorates, serve in the Korean War, and work with holocaust survivors, all before founding the X-Men. In addition to his efforts of peaceful reconciliation, he has also railed against criminals, drugs, the death penalty, and terrorism. He is a firm supporter of education, health care, pro-choice policies, and the government assisting those who are less fortunate. He takes a less aggressive stance in foreign policy, and believes that proper mediation can instead resolve many disputes.
DC
Commissioner James Gordon
Originally from Chicago, James Gordon would gain fame as police commissioner in notoriously dangerous Gotham City. He took a strong stance against crime and corruption within the department. He believes in a strong rule of law and the need for government reform. He supports gun control efforts, and anti-drug policies.
John Henry Irons "Steel"
A Washington, DC native, John Henry Irons is a small business owner and community leader. He takes a strong stand against crime and drugs, but also believes in the need for reforming corporate governance. He supports urban revitalization projects and blue collar workers in traditional American industries.
Lois Lane
The famed reporter for the Daily Planet is known for her hard hitting investigative style. She possess a strong interest in government reform and increased oversight of business practices. She believes in increased government openness. She has a strong civil rights record and is somewhat distrustful of Big Business.
Dr. Will Magnus
Creator of the Metal Men, Doc Magnus is credited as one of the greatest scientists alive. He is a promoter of education and increased funding for math and science programs. He supports traditional American industries and workers. He also remains suspicious of rising Chinese power and influence in global affairs.
Oliver Queen "Green Arrow"
Former columnist and Mayor of Star City, Oliver Queen believes that drastic change is needed to place the United States on the right path. He supports gay marriage, gun control, rehabilitation of criminals, and increased funding for education. He believes in the need to increase government intervention in the economy and reduce subsidies and tax breaks that benefit large corporations. He also anti-death penalty and an environmentalist.
John Stewart "Green Lantern"
A decorated Marine sniper and former architect, John Stewart is well respect throughout the galaxy for his work with the Green Lantern Corps. He holds a pro-immigration stance. He believes in an active role for international (and inter-galactic) institutions and the need to use US power for good in the world. He opposes the death penalty and believes in the rehabilitation of criminals.
Bruce Wayne "Batman"
Batman is known throughout the country for his efforts to clean up the streets of Gotham. He is a crusader for anti-crime and drug efforts, as well as gun control. He is opposed to the death penalty, but does believe in harsher sentencing requirements for criminals. He supports a strong effort on the War on Terror. He is a strong backer of urban renewal efforts and increased civic participation.
Amanda Waller
A former congressional aide and the head of the Suicide Squad, Amanda Waller was eventually tapped to become the Secretary of Metahuman Affairs for the United States. In addition, she led Checkmate, both when it was a United States agency, and later, when it came under the auspice of the United Nations. She takes a strong stance against crime, and believes in the need for harsher sentencing and the death penalty. She also believes that the need for security often outweighs concerns over civil liberties. She supports unilateral U.S. action in foreign affairs, and the policy of preemptive war.
