Ep 10. E Pluribus Wiggum

In The Simpsons season 19 episode 10 titled E Pluribus Wiggum, the residents of Springfield hold an early primary election to choose the presidential candidates. However, due to their reputation for unpredictability, the state's political leaders decided to move their primary up, forcing the residents to cast their votes first.

Homer decides to vote for his favorite candy, but Marge encourages him to take the election seriously. Meanwhile, Lisa and Ralph Wiggum both compete in the school's 'My Country 'Tis of Thee' contest, with Ralph stealing the show and winning the competition.

As the primary approaches, the candidates begin campaigning in Springfield, with both Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama vying for the Democratic nomination, and Republicans such as Mitt Romney and John McCain also in the mix. But none of them can compete with Springfield's own Ralph Wiggum, who enters the race as an independent and gains a surprising amount of support from the town's residents.

As Ralph gains popularity, it becomes clear that he stands a genuine chance of winning, prompting both the Democrats and the Republicans to try to sway him over to their side. Even the Springfield Republican Party chairman, Mr. Burns, takes an interest in Ralph's candidacy, hoping to use him as a pawn to achieve his own political goals.

Meanwhile, Homer becomes Ralph's campaign manager, hoping to help him win the election. But when he realizes the true implications of Ralph's victory, he begins to feel conflicted about whether he made the right decision in encouraging his candidacy.

Throughout the episode, The Simpsons uses humor to poke fun at the American political system and the various candidates vying for office. From Ralph's clueless but endearing personality to the various candidates' attempts to appeal to the voters of Springfield, the episode offers plenty of laughs and social commentary.

Overall, E Pluribus Wiggum is a standout episode of The Simpsons that offers both humor and thoughtful commentary on the nature of American politics. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the series or simply looking for a good laugh, this episode is sure to entertain and provoke thought in equal measure.