The discussion over the new Superman movie's "adjustment" of the famous tagline might be over by now, but if Bill O'Reilly can still write about it, my two cents aren't too late. 

So the producers didn't want to offend any America-haters.  They claim that Superman transcends nationality.  That he is an international, even inter-galactic superhero.  It's hard to argue with that, the Man of Steel  would always help anyone in need, anywhere, any time.  However, I'd like to argue that standing for the ". . . American way" is something different than standing for "America" or "Americans".  Most rational people would probably agree.  Did those making the newest movie misunderstand this distinction?  I don't think so, I think they know that fighting for the American way is different from fighting for America.  The question that I want to pose is this:  is the American way of life something worth standing up for regardless of where in the universe one might be? 

I think we all agree that America hasn't been a perfect utopia for everyone.  This nation has been responsible for some atrocities in its past.  However, the American IDEAL of individual freedom is one of the best things to be found in this fallen world.  Don't be ashamed.  Stand with Superman and fight for truth, justice and the American way every chance you get.