Since there is no real dialogue in the comics community, there is no real progress in critical thinking about comics. The Journal , of course, is not to blame for that. But it can certainly show more responsibility for generating real dialogue and not just glib lip service in the comics community. More than anything, the Journal is nothing more than the magazine of antagonism. Staking one's identity on contrariness is not a thorough critical position.
Criticism implies clear thinking for a nobler purpose than mere gainsay or exhibitionism.
The Journal has precious little nobility, and far too much bluster.