"Both had their backs broken [Batman broke his in a dramatic Batcave confrontation with the villain Bane; Batgirl broke hers when she was ambushed in her home and shot in the spine by the Joker, never given a chance to fight]. Less than a year later, Batman was fine. Batgirl—now named Oracle—was in a wheelchair and remained so for many years."
Barbara Joan Gordon is a superheroine appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, commonly in association with the superhero Batman. The character was created by television producer William Dozier, editor Julius Schwartz, writer Gardner Fox, and artist Carmine Infantino. Dozier, the producer of the 1960s Batman television series, requested Schwartz to call for a new female counterpar
"Youve escaped, and you think the worlds a huge place, and you can hide anywhere, right? Im here to tell you... that world? I own it. Your world is getting smaller by the second. And you cant hide anywhere from me. Every database, every security cam, and every police band has my fingerprints on it. Every moment youre out the noose pulls tighter. And Savant, just in case its not crystal clear by now... Nobody messes with my partner."
Barbara Gordon"One could argue that curing Barbara and allowing her to be Batgirl again would simply allow her to do more good fighting crime than she ever could in a wheelchair, but then you look insensitive to the ability and usefulness she has in other capacities as Oracle. Conversely, you could say that removing Barbara from her wheelchair drastically alters her character, but then wouldnt that indicate that this is a character defined by her handicap? This begs the question [sic] of why so many fans adore her: is it because shes a bold and daring leader that rivals the Calculator in brains? Or is it because shes all of that, but stuck in a wheelchair? Think about the question, and surely many of you will find an answer you dont like."
Barbara Gordon"Look around you, guys. This whole situation defies reason. But I’m not letting anyone run me out of my hometown. I didn’t let the Joker do it and I’m damn sure not going to let a bunch of bureaucrats do it!"
Barbara Gordon"Worry about a girl, eh? Hah! If they think they can cut me off from where the action is, theyre mistaken! I restyled this motor bike for just such an emergency!"
Barbara Gordon"I’ll always believe in second chances. I’m too flawed myself not to. Someday the morning will come when I won’t be needed. But until then I have my nights."
Barbara Gordon"No use masquerading any longer, Dad. Because I want to run for congress in your place! You admitted you don’t want the job! And it’s the only way I can really fight crime — prevent it — through prison reform!"
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