As “The Simpsons” neared its second decade on air, it didn’t shy away from the cultural conversation and potentially hot-button topics, in this case the very touchy issue of gun control. In this installment (written by brilliant recluse and “Simpsons” MVP John Swartzwelder), Homer gets a handgun, much to Marge’s chagrin, putting a strain on the family that could theoretically break them. Full of moments both profound and absurd, it was rightfully heralded as a breakthrough when it first aired, and is (sadly) just as timely today as it was in 1997.
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