The writers of The Simpsons have responded to the online rumors that the show predicted Kamala Harris as a future Democratic nominee for president. This speculation comes after President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 US presidential race due to concerns over his age and health. Biden expressed his endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee to face Republican candidate Donald Trump.
The connection between The Simpsons and Harris’s potential presidential run stems from a 2000 episode titled “Bart to the Future,” in which Lisa Simpson becomes the first female president of the United States. Viewers noticed similarities between Harris’s outfit at the 2021 inauguration and Lisa’s outfit in the episode, which included pearl earrings, a pearl necklace, and a purple blazer. Social media users shared side-by-side pictures, sparking viral discussions and comments about The Simpsons’ predictive abilities.
Al Jean, a screenwriter for the show, responded to the news of Harris’s forthcoming presidential run by sharing a compilation of Lisa and the vice president in the same ensemble. In the caption of his post, Jean expressed pride in The Simpsons’ supposed prediction. This is not the first instance where the show has seemingly forecasted major political events, including Trump’s election to US president and the 2021 riots at Capitol Hill.
While it’s unclear whether The Simpsons truly holds prophetic powers, the speculation continues to captivate fans. Harris herself released a statement expressing her gratitude for Biden’s endorsement and her determination to earn and win the Democratic nomination. Other prominent figures such as 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 select 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, Harris’s potential presidential run remains an exciting topic of discussion and anticipation for viewers of all ages.
