As Bart's comic book began to take shape, he decided to share it with the rest of the town. He submitted his work to the Springfield Shopper, the local newspaper, which agreed to publish a special comic book section. The editor, Chief Wiggum, was impressed by Bart's creativity and humor.
Through his various comic book series, entertainment content, and popular media appearances, Bart has become a beloved and recognizable character, inspiring countless imitators and references in popular media. As Bart's comic book began to take shape,
: His character sparked discussions among high-ranking officials; President George H.W. Bush once stated he wanted American families to be "a lot more like the Waltons and a lot less like the Simpsons". Bart typically plays the who has seen the
Bart typically plays the who has seen the source material and tries (and fails) to use meta-knowledge to survive. This satirizes modern “nostalgia-aware” horror where characters reference genre rules. Through his various comic book series