I seem to recollect that he always reacted, never instigated shit.

Jughead is a classic high-intelligence/underachieving stoner trope. Doesn't seek or want attention, but does enjoy meddling with the status quo from the sidelines. He knows he's smarter than his peers and doesn't generally want in on their silly games, unless it is to show up the bullies (Reggie and Veronica). That's…

I can't believe I read every word of this article, right down to that laughable punchline about white cis-male bullshittery.