Erika fondly recalls one of Riverdale's most memorable celebrations.
2012 Memorable Moment: Kevin and Clay Tie the Knot
Welcome Back, Kevin!
About two years ago, my son, now 11, popped the “What does ‘gay’ mean?” question. I answered plainly, and he made a little face. Not in an “I’m Pat Robertson way” but a “Gee, that’s … odd” way. We had a brief talk about it not being odd at all, and then — shiny object!... Continue Reading →
2010 Memorable Moment: Riverdale Modernizes
You really have to be a longtime Archie fan to appreciate how big of a deal this is, because as societal progress goes, interracial romance is so 1980. But Archie kissing Josie and the Pussycats' Valerie — on the front of the book, no less — is a leap forward for the more leisurely... Continue Reading →
Riverdale, Uncloseted
Man, Archie Comics are all about the progressive plot developments lately. Riverdale not only gave a shout-out to interracial dating this week via Archie #608, but also announced the arrival of its first openly gay character. And no, it isn't Jughead. Or Mr. Weatherbee. Veronica Lodge's milkshake has been bringing all the boys to the... Continue Reading →
