'The Simpsons' Showrunner to Find "Right" Answer After Apu Controversy | THR News

'The Simpsons' Showrunner to Find "Right" Answer After Apu Controversy | THR News

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The Simpsons faced criticism for their portrayal of Apu, a character seen as a stereotype. Showrunner Al Jean acknowledged feedback from fans after an episode addressing the issue aired. The episode, which altered a book to be less controversial, sparked mixed reactions. Comedian Hari Kondabolu, who made a documentary on the topic, expressed disappointment. Al Jean's tweets were seen as dismissive by some. The show chose not to comment further, letting the episode speak for itself.

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How did Al Jean respond to the feedback from Simpsons fans?

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What was the main controversy addressed in the recent episode of The Simpsons?

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What changes did Marge Simpson make to the book she read to Lisa in the episode?

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What was the reaction of comedian Hari Kondabolu to the episode?

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What did Gene say about the representation of marginalized groups in relation to APU?

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