The Simpsonscreator Matt Groening doesnt seem too concerned about the controversy over Apu.
Im proud of what we do on the show, Groening told the newspaper.
And I think its a time in our culture where people love to pretend theyre offended.
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Well let the show speak for itself, Groening toldUSA Today.
Thats the same thingshowrunner Al Jeansaid afterthe episodeaired.
He also tweeted this before it aired: New Simpsons in five minutes.
Twitter explosion in act three.
Will continue to give a shot to find an answer that is popular & more important right.
I really hope thats whatThe Simpsonsdoes.
It not only makes sense, but it just feels like the right thing to do, to me.
