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The simpsons best friends ever7/29/2023 Jews are part of the fabric of Springfield (The Simpsons’ home town), arguably a modern American version of Chelm, Yiddish folklore’s fabled village of nitwits. If the only thing viewers knew about the Jews was what they saw on “The Simpsons,” they - and we - would be well served. The series has portrayed numerous important aspects of modern (and ancient) Jewish life in brilliant 23-minute bites. “The Simpsons” 25th anniversary marathon on cable network FXX - now airing every episode, plus the 2007 feature film - includes a surprising insight for careful observers: The award-winning cartoon sitcom is one of the Jews’ best friends.įor millions in North America and globally who have never actually met a Jew, “The Simpsons” has showcased us in a knowing, sympathetic, yet realistic way.
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