As a long-time fan of The Simpsons, I can’t help but be amazed and amused by the latest speculation that yet another prediction made by the show has come true. I remember watching “Bart to the Future” episode back in 2000, where Lisa was depicted as the President of the United States, wearing a purple suit and pearls, trying to bring the country back from economic ruin following a Donald Trump presidency.
Fans have noticed intriguing similarities between Vice President Kamala Harris and Lisa Simpson from “The Simpsons” in an episode from the show’s 11th season. This observation has brought renewed interest to the long-running animated series, which has previously predicted various events like Lady Gaga’s Super Bowl performance and Canada’s marijuana legalization. Now, “The Simpsons” is delving into politics once more, potentially forecasting the next U.S. President. Al Jean, a longtime writer and former showrunner, has even commented on this intriguing connection.
The unexpected turn of events began when President Joe Biden declared he wouldn’t run for re-election, surprising everyone. He endorsed Vice President Harris, who is leading the Democratic nomination race, to face off against Republican nominee and former convict, Donald Trump, in November. Simpsons fans unearthed an old image of Lisa Simpson from a 2000 episode named “Bart to the Future” after this announcement.
In this episode, Bart gets caught attempting to enter a casino and is scolded by the manager. As punishment, he’s given a preview of his future: a life as a struggling rocker sharing a home with Ralph Wiggum. A surprising parallel emerges when we learn that Lisa is now the US President. Dressed in a purple suit, pearls, and earrings to match, she’s working hard to revive the country after its economic downturn caused by a previous Donald Trump presidency. Yes, it seems The Simpsons had some uncanny foresight.
Fans have noticed an intriguing similarity: Lisa Simpson’s depiction standing behind a podium bears a strong resemblance to Kamala Harris during her 2021 vice presidential inauguration. This observation prompted Jean, an original “The Simpsons” scriptwriter, to express his pride on social media (as reported by Entertainment Weekly) about this uncanny prediction he contributed to. Check it out below.
No, The Simpsons Cannot Predict the Future
Matt Selman, the current showrunner of “The Simpsons,” which is known for its witty self-parodies and satire of the world, admits that predicting the future is merely a combination of mathematics and historical events. Selman began working on the show’s writing team in 1997 and has since earned six Emmy awards for his contributions over the past 27 years, steadily advancing through the ranks.
In simpler terms, Selman points out that given a show with over 760 episodes, it’s inevitable to touch upon topics that eventually become true. He emphasizes this isn’t about magic but rather common sense and human error.
Many individuals in our society are deeply convinced that The Simpsons possess the ability to foretell future events through some sort of magic. However, I am not among those believers. Instead, I maintain that the power behind The Simpsons’ seemingly prophetic predictions lies within two familiar domains: history and mathematics.
Based on my own experiences and observations, I strongly believe that delving into the study of history can provide valuable insights into the future. The foolishness and mistakes of humanity have a tendency to repeat themselves throughout time. This is not due to some sort of magical ability, but rather an inherent human nature that drives us to make similar errors again and again.
It’s unclear if The Simpsons has correctly anticipated the next President of the United States, so fans must stay tuned until the November election to discover the answer. However, there’s no doubt that this beloved family continues to thrive and shows no signs of fading away.
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2024-07-24 18:31