The writers of The Simpsons have recently addressed the online rumors surrounding their supposed prediction of Kamala Harris as a future Democratic nominee for president.
This speculation emerged after President Joe Biden announced that he would not be running for the 2024 US presidential race due to concerns over his age and health.
President Biden went on to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee, who would face Republican candidate Donald Trump.
The connection between The Simpsons and Harris’s potential presidential candidacy can be traced back to a 2000 episode titled “Bart to the Future.” In this episode, Lisa Simpson becomes the first female president of the United States.
Fans noticed striking similarities between Harris’s outfit at the 2021 inauguration and Lisa’s ensemble in the episode, which included pearl earrings, a pearl necklace, and a purple blazer.
The side-by-side pictures comparing the two sparked viral discussions and comments about The Simpsons’ ability to predict the future.
Al Jean, one of the show’s screenwriters, responded to the news of Harris’s forthcoming presidential run by sharing a compilation of Lisa and the vice president in the same outfit.
In the caption of his post, Jean expressed his pride in The Simpsons’ supposed prediction. It’s not the first time the show has seemingly forecasted major political events, including Donald Trump’s election as US president and the 2021 riots at Capitol Hill.
While it’s unclear whether The Simpsons truly possesses prophetic powers, the speculation continues to captivate fans.
Kamala Harris herself released a statement expressing her gratitude for Biden’s endorsement and her determination to earn and win the Democratic nomination.
Other influential figures like former President Bill Clinton, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, and politicians Pete Buttigieg, Gavin Newsom, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have publicly supported Harris. Former President Barack Obama has refrained from delivering an endorsement, stating that the delegates will choose an outstanding nominee.
The official decision on Biden’s successor will be made on August 19 at the Democratic National Convention. Regardless of The Simpsons’ prediction, Kamala Harris’s potential presidential run remains an exciting topic of discussion and anticipation for viewers of all ages.
