‘It’s Not a Joke’: A ‘Simpsons’ Writer Holds His First Presidential Campaign Rally
Dan Greaney, a writer for The Simpsons, held his first presidential campaign rally in Los Angeles. He expressed his concerns about the state of American democracy and outlined his progressive platform. Greaney aims to run as a Republican candidate while advocating for reforms in the judicial system and campaign finance.
- ▪Greaney's rally attracted around 30 attendees, including individuals in costumes.
- ▪He emphasized that his campaign is serious, despite his background in comedy.
- ▪Greaney's platform includes expanding the Supreme Court and advocating for universal health care.
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Miles KleeCultureJun 6, 2026 5:00 AM‘It’s Not a Joke’: A Simpsons Writer Holds His First Presidential Campaign RallyAt a small kickoff event in Los Angeles, Dan Greaney explained why he could no longer stand by and watch the demolition of American democracy.Photograph: Getty ImagesCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyOn a sunny Friday afternoon in a park overlooking the Silver Lake Reservoir in Los Angeles, about 30 people—including three in costume as Uncle Sam, Darth Vader, and Elsa from Frozen—gathered to hear the first official stump speech of Dan Greaney, candidate for the 2028 US presidential election.“My fellow Americans,” Greaney began, standing at a lectern in front of a row of American flags flapping in a light breeze.
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