Ep 10. Politically Inept, With Homer Simpson
- TV-PG
- January 8, 2012
- 21 min
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6.0 (1,374)
In the Simpsons season 23 episode 10, titled "Politically Inept, with Homer Simpson", the show explores the world of local politics and the effects it has on everyday citizens. The episode follows Homer Simpson as he becomes a political commentator on a conservative news station. Despite his lack of political knowledge, Homer quickly gains a following and a reputation for his uninformed but opinionated rants.
As the episode progresses, a mayoral race between two candidates, one who is more in touch with the needs of the community and one who is backed by big corporations, takes center stage. Homer is initially drawn to the big corporation-backed candidate due to his charismatic personality and flashy campaign, but soon realizes the candidate's true intentions and shifts his support to the more community-focused candidate.
The show uses humor and satire to comment on the influence of money in politics and the ways in which media misinforms the public on political issues. It also highlights the importance of being informed and actively participating in democracy as a citizen. Overall, "Politically Inept, with Homer Simpson" is a humorous and thought-provoking episode that addresses relevant political issues in a way that is both entertaining and educational.