I have always rather liked The Simpsons. Recently though, the show has been labelled #problematic, attacked for its portrayal of Apu Nahasapeemapetilon, the Asian corner-shop owner, which has been deemed a racist stereotype. There’s his job for one thing, and his silly surname for another. Plus that parodic catchphrase of his, “Thank you, come again!”, voiced by Hank Azaria, who is about as Indian as a hamburger. This month, The Simpsons addressed the issue, using the character of Lisa to mount a fairly tepid defence.

Source: The Times April 21, 2018 23:03 UTC