‘The Simpsons’ writer kicks off 2028 presidential bid in Springfield with 1-person audience

By: Paris Hugley

Outlets: Valley News

Published: November 6, 2026

Words: 488

Last Updated: 2 days, 20 hours ago


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SPRINGFIELD — “The Simpsons” writer and producer Dan Greaney launched his 2028 Republican presidential campaign in New Hampshire this week at the Springfield Memorial Building, where a lone local greeted him.

It was the first stop on his “Springfield USA” tour, inspired by his work as a writer and producer of the long-running cartoon. Greaney, 62, will travel to 17 states, according to his campaign, starting with stops on Nov. 5 in both Springfield, New Hampshire, …

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