'Archie' Gets A Gay Character

American Voices • Entertainment • gay & lesbian • ISSUE 46•17 • Apr 27, 2010

A gay student named Kevin will be introduced this September in an issue of Veronica, part of the Archie Comics franchise. What do you think?

“Well, if Archie ever does marry either Betty or Veronica, the other is going to need a new best friend." ”
Jack Andrews –
Unemployed
“Uh-oh, Archie—prepare yourselves for a shitstorm of controversy. It's still 1957, right?" ”
Vicki Lodge –
Wood Finisher
“With the backing of the Archie franchise, gay teens should have no problem achieving mainstream acceptance at their schools."”
Kyle Cooper –
Rug Repairer

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