How we cite our quotes: (Chapter in Roman Numerals.Page #.Panel #) or if the excerpt is from an interstitial section, then: (Chapter A-K.Page #)
Quote #4
“Until then, we’re society’s only protection. We keep it up as long as we have to” (II.17.5).
What would happen if the police department in your town/city went on strike?
Quote #5
The newspapers call me a crimefighter, so the Pentagon says I must fight crime (IV.14.2).
Why does Dr. Manhattan ever take orders from anybody? Look, over there, a gaping plot hole… or is it? He used to be a regular old human, after all. Is his willingness to follow orders despite the fact that he most definitely could be bossing folks around a commentary on human nature and our desire for order and rules?