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\"We were aware there would be a period of turbulence when we took this gig, & we knew we would sometimes have to make difficult & not-so-obvious choices, especially in the wake of the fractious nature of what came before us,\" he added.

Gunn said the choices they make \"are based upon what we believe is best for the story & best for the DC characters who have been around for nearly 85 years\" and \"are made with sincere hearts & integrity & always with the story in mind.\"

Gunn also added, \"No one loves to be harassed or called names -- but, to be frank, we've been through significantly worse. Disrespectful outcry will never, ever affect our actions.\"

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