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M.A.N.T.I.S. may not be the best superhero show, but the show made history by being the first drama featuring an African American superhero as the lead (along with a predominantly African American cast). I really enjoyed the show. I liked seeing someone who looked like me on a action/drama as the primary character and as a superhero because it's rare that I get that opportunity. Unfortunately, the show was axed long before it had a chance to really get started. M.A.N.T.I.S. will be missed.

M.A.N.T.I.S. probably made TV history by being the first black super hero on prime-time TV that represented a positive role model. This show really should have been given a chance. Unfortunately, like many a black program, the show was cut way before its time. I admit the suit needs some work, but the overall concept of the show was great. How often do we see an successful African American man carrying a show and being a positive role model? Answer: rarely!!!!! I can only hope that changes will be made among the Big 4 networks. These networks are obviously in need of more ethnically-aware individuals who can make decisions about what shows get aired and how people of color are portrayed (positive & culturally valid). Maybe they'll give some of the great shows the opportunity they deserve to shine.

African American super heroes are virtually non-existent. I'm glad that there's another black hero to add color to the fold. Static is urban, REAL and black- not a show trying to suit "mainstream" tastes by neglecting cultural references and themes.