Gordon’s Positive Attitude About Gotham
Batman has never been a jovial figure, but neither is Gordon. Yet, both hold a silent optimism about their city and they never give up on their quest to be what Gotham needs. This is illustrated quite clearly in this issue.
The war is causing the Dark Knight to lose his faith in saving the city; however, it’s Gordon who keeps pulling him back and asking him to keep hope in what they do. On more than one occasion, the commissioner tells the Bat that the city will fall, but they will catch it. Always. It’s a powerful statement that shows the mental resilience of the man.
Imagine having to be positive about a city where the Joker and Riddler are at war and hundreds (if not thousands) are dying? That’s a tall order and any ordinary man would probably tell you to get stuffed along with your buoyancy. However, Gordon is no ordinary man; he’s a superhero, just like Batman, but without the cape and mask.