I see it as a show of how dumb Krusty can be and not a real insult. You can't get too much more South than I am in the US, even though I understand Floridians are not truly considered southerners, and I don't consider myself a bigot at all.
Violent crime is down, so let them make their jokes. :P
Would that be because every one is so high no one does anything? And I dont mean the altitude :P
Being from Louisiana and now living in the armpit of the country I mean Texas, I dont have an issue with the jokes the Simpsons or other shows like Family Guy makes. What I cant stand is the morons on Duck Dynasty, Swamp People,etc. that gives the South and more important, Louisiana a bad name or makes everyone else thinks thats how the South acts when its not.
I also cant stand a lot of the views others have here in the South, especially the ones living here in Texas cause they are so small minded and dumb as hell who act like they should still be living in the 1800s with their attitudes.
Some of the stuff groundskeeper willie says is a bit shady (I'm Scottish), but I deal - it's funny and furthermore just a caricature.
I've wondered whether Willie is offensive to Scottish people. He can be rather ridiculous. It's not all bad, though. He may be overly fond of haggis and kilts, but he's strong and no-nonsense. And I think in one of the Halloween episodes he repeatedly tries to save the day. (And in one of them true to kill everyone. Oh well.)
It's funny and ridiculous - it's not at all offensive! Some of the stereotypes are a bit boring or overused though.
Us Brits consider the French to be cowards, not sure about the odour issue, we make many a white flag joke. It's all on good fun, just like ea is making jokes about the south.
Says the person with bad teeth who eats boiled pizza.
Do you mean deep fried pizza? I think we Scots are to blame for that...we'll deep fry anything...sorry guys! (It's good though, if you're not too fussed about your arteries). I've never heard of French people being considered cowardly...but I think Scottish people might have slightly different cultural stereotypes for other nationalities, especially our near-neighbours haha
As a Brit living in America, I have had more than enough people use stereotypes to have a little bit of fun at my expense. I just laugh it off, and wherever possible, fire back at them. You have to roll with it.
Violent crime is down, so let them make their jokes. :P
Would that be because every one is so high no one does anything? And I dont mean the altitude :P
That's one hypothesis. Might be more good mood than laziness, per se. Could also be that certain types of people lost a portion of their livelihood and left the area, or just have less reason to fight with each other. There are a lot of possible reasons
(See there? Joking generalization that didn't insult me, even though it doesn't include me. See how that's done?)
As a Brit living in America, I have had more than enough people use stereotypes to have a little bit of fun at my expense. I just laugh it off, and wherever possible, fire back at them. You have to roll with it.
Sweet geezus, calm down. If you are soooo offended practice your right to not play/watch/enjoy. I am from the south and found it mildly humorous. I am more offended that they haven't added 360 rotation yet. Get over it and move on... Or just move along.
It's just a joke. I have natural blonde hair and have heard plenty of jokes about blondes over the years. I don't let them bother me, though. The Simpsons and TSTO don't take themselves seriously and I'm sure Krusty's comments aren't meant to be taken like the OP did.
Very glad to see so many people responding with good humor...but what would you expect from Simpsons fans?
Many people who've never lived in the South probably don't understand that the OP is political trolling. It's not even remotely sincere, and I'm heartened to see that so many people recognize the fake outrage.
Not incidentally, to the OP's point, no one is saying the French are cowards, but I have no problem with Willie calling them surrender monkeys! The comment cuts against the French as much as it does Willie's prejudices. Most people who don't count Archie Bunker as their hero understand how the humor works.
I would now say something about Neuroheart living the high life, but she's responded with such maturity and reasonableness on this point she's left me with nowhere to go. Rats!
Violent crime is down, so let them make their jokes. :P
Would that be because every one is so high no one does anything? And I dont mean the altitude :P
Being from Louisiana and now living in the armpit of the country I mean Texas, I dont have an issue with the jokes the Simpsons or other shows like Family Guy makes. What I cant stand is the morons on Duck Dynasty, Swamp People,etc. that gives the South and more important, Louisiana a bad name or makes everyone else thinks thats how the South acts when its not.
I also cant stand a lot of the views others have here in the South, especially the ones living here in Texas cause they are so small minded and dumb as hell who act like they should still be living in the 1800s with their attitudes.
Tell me about it. Try being a guy with long hair who likes Heavy Metal. Traveling through small towns is hell.
Originally from Michigan and man, TSTO has definitely dogged on us a few times. Even though there is a myriad of complex reasons as to why Michigan is where it is because of forces outside of it's control- I'm still gonna laugh at the jokes.
I would now say something about Neuroheart living the high life, but she's responded with such maturity and reasonableness on this point she's left me with nowhere to go.
Jeez, it's a joke. Like all groups of people, Southerners have done some things for which they should be lampooned, harangued, and/or reminded of constantly. If you're not ashamed of the past in the Southern U.S., then it's just possible that they could be talking about you.
I agree, I viewed the joke as a jab at the South's past, not current day Southerners.
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Would that be because every one is so high no one does anything? And I dont mean the altitude :P
Being from Louisiana and now living in the armpit of the country I mean Texas, I dont have an issue with the jokes the Simpsons or other shows like Family Guy makes. What I cant stand is the morons on Duck Dynasty, Swamp People,etc. that gives the South and more important, Louisiana a bad name or makes everyone else thinks thats how the South acts when its not.
I also cant stand a lot of the views others have here in the South, especially the ones living here in Texas cause they are so small minded and dumb as hell who act like they should still be living in the 1800s with their attitudes.
AMEN!!
It's funny and ridiculous - it's not at all offensive! Some of the stereotypes are a bit boring or overused though.
Do you mean deep fried pizza? I think we Scots are to blame for that...we'll deep fry anything...sorry guys! (It's good though, if you're not too fussed about your arteries). I've never heard of French people being considered cowardly...but I think Scottish people might have slightly different cultural stereotypes for other nationalities, especially our near-neighbours haha
(See there? Joking generalization that didn't insult me, even though it doesn't include me. See how that's done?)
I don't have long tentacles! My 12 arms look nothing like the stereotype being shown!
Btw I am only slightly evil!!
Too the op I am from south Saturn
So is it true that Brits have awful teeth?
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Many people who've never lived in the South probably don't understand that the OP is political trolling. It's not even remotely sincere, and I'm heartened to see that so many people recognize the fake outrage.
Not incidentally, to the OP's point, no one is saying the French are cowards, but I have no problem with Willie calling them surrender monkeys! The comment cuts against the French as much as it does Willie's prejudices. Most people who don't count Archie Bunker as their hero understand how the humor works.
I would now say something about Neuroheart living the high life, but she's responded with such maturity and reasonableness on this point she's left me with nowhere to go. Rats!
Tell me about it. Try being a guy with long hair who likes Heavy Metal. Traveling through small towns is hell.
Well, I am living at 5000 feet above sea level
I know, I have met several Brits and they do have better teeth than many other people I know. Its great when people can poke fun and roll with things.
I always feel sorry for the Polish though, the **** of many jokes
I agree, I viewed the joke as a jab at the South's past, not current day Southerners.
I heard the French are grateful for the Iraqi army