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The big question: which Batgirl?
There have been many women behind the cowl.
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Whedon has had a long history with female heroes as well.
Why do you write these strong female characters?
His response: Because youre still asking me that question.
Barbara Gordons history goes back even further, beginning in 1967 when she was introduced inDetective Comics#359.
DC editor and writer Julius Schwartz and artist and editor Carmine Infantino came up with Batgirl.
the Huntress, who clashed with Batman and was known for her brutality toward criminals.
For most fans, Barbara Gordon is the definitive Batgirl.
She had a Ph.D. She was the chief librarian for Gotham City public library.
Now shell follow this summersWonder Womanas only the second female hero to headline a DC movie.
