Welcome to this web stie dedicated to understanding "Why America Just Can't Get Enough of 'The Simpsons'". Yes, this cartoon has been on the air for more than a decade. And yet, it is more than a cartoon. What makes watching "The Simpsons" so satisfying? Why do we connect with these cartoon characters?
As this web site will demonstrate, the characters and themes of "The Simpsons" are designed to portray life as we know it here in America. Such common themes as school bullies, arrogant bosses, overcharging store owners, and much, much more are really a reflection of what most of America endures day to day. The creators of the Simpsons have mastered the technique of the Self--taking what they see in daily living and making it comical.