The Spectre #19
In "Spear of Destiny Part One: Afire," the Spectre arrives in New York City to confront a sinister manipulation by Azmodus, who stokes racial and religious tensions between an Orthodox Jewish sect and an African-American community. After a controversial acquittal ignites a riot, the Spectre steps in—not to punish, but to expose the truth, leaving both Rabbi Jacob Schulman and the grieving father, Randolph Reynolds, haunted by each other’s pain. Written by John Ostrander and illustrated by Tom Mandrake, with a striking cover by John K. Snyder III, this pivotal issue marks a turning point in the Spectre’s ongoing battle against divine corruption.
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In New York City, Azmodus manipulates the tensions between an orthodox Jewish sect and an African-American community. When Rabbi Jacob Schulman is acquitted of vehicular manslaughter, the dead boy’s father, Randolph Reynolds, incites a riot. The Spectre intervenes, but does not punish Rabbi Jacob for his actions. He ends Azmodus' role in the affair after violence erupts. As he leaves, the Spectre makes Rabbi Jacob and Reynolds feel each other's grief. Concerned about what happened in Vlatava, President Clinton asks Professor Hazzard to find a way of either controlling or killing the Spectre.
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