Anthony Mackie was addressing the media in Rome when he said that Captain America represented various things and that he didn’t think the term “‘America’ should be one of those representations.” Mackie elaborated that the character was “a man who keeps his word, who has honor, dignity and integrity. Someone who is trustworthy and dependable.”

Anthony Mackie’s remarks during the press tour in Rome for the Captain America 4: Brave New World have sparked a controversy. While promoting the film, Mackie made a statement about what Captain America represents,