superman, n.All

Superman couldn't always fly, hence the phrase "able to leap tall buildings in a single bound." It was decided in the 40s that Superman could take off into the air

Superman is not so special. Anyone can stop a speeding bullet . . . once.

Superman was modeled on swashbuckling 1920s movie star Douglas Fairbanks.

Superman is another example of Krypton-privilege - a normal guy who's treated like a God.

Superman is another middle west transplant with a fancy media job, trying to change our city to his liking.