Marvel actor Anthony Mackie issued a new statement on Captain America to course-correct his comments on the patriotic superhero. Mackie recently stated that Captain America, who he will play in the film Captain America: Brave New World,

Captain America represents a lot of different things, and I don’t think the term ‘America’ should be one of those,” Mackie said Tuesday, prompting backlash.

The actor, who plays Sam Wilson/Captain America in the upcoming film "Captain America: Brave New World" film, took to Instagram on Tuesday with a statement he shared in a story about what the role means to him and expressing his appreciation for those who serve and have served the country.