Originally Posted by
Brian B
But why couldn’t she handle the power? Can’t a woman handle power without it corrupting her? Oh, sure, it’s been retconned as Phoenix, not Jean, but whatever. They also say it’s all one integrated personality now. So, it can’t be totally separate anymore.
Yes, saving the shuttle was an act of strength. Same with the M’Kraan Crystal. But then, after that? I think Marvel allowed her to be portrayed over and over as a damsel in distress. She couldn’t even handle her own powers. She had to kill herself as a way out. How ridiculous is that?
I don’t think there’s any fixing that. You have to just read it for what it is and accept that there’s some pretty chauvinistic views in there.
But this current iteration of Jean seems strong to me, a born leader.