Muntz strikes a characteristic pose

In a move that has surprised some, presumed Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has accepted the endorsement of Springfield resident Nelson Muntz.

The action drew disbelief from many pundits, as it marks the first time a Presidential candidate has accepted the endorsement of a teenager —specifically, a high-school student not yet old enough to vote.

For some pundits, however, the Muntz endorsement is just the latest in a string of similar endorsements coming from well-known white men, typically known for their aggressive personalities. Speaking on condition of anonymity, one GOP spokesperson said, “Well, he accepted the endorsement of Arizona’s Sheriff Joe Arpaio, for crissakes, whose idea of immigration reform involves a posse, starring Steven Segal and the Hulk.”

Noted chair thrower and assault arrestee Bobby Knight also endorsed Trump recently. Reaching deep for a sporting metaphor, Knight confessed his excitement for a Trump Presidency at a recent Trump rally, blurting, “That son of a bitch can play for me!”

Similarly, celebrity sportsmen Mike Tyson, John Rocker and Dennis Rodman have endorsed Trump, putting Muntz in good company with these hostile athletes known for their dubious public statements, sudden acts of violence and general lack of impulse control. Speaking earlier this year, John Rocker said he was grateful Trump had “the sack” to make unpopular comments without apologizing.

Arguably, the famed ear biter and convicted rapist Mike Tyson has been most effusive with his praise. Speaking of Trump, Tyson has said, “We’re the same guy. A thrust for power, a drive for power. Whatever field we’re in, we need power in that field. That’s just who we are.”

He then waxed poetic about their shared traits:

“Balls of energy. We’re not even who we think we are. We’re fire. We’re made of this crap — water, motion, dirt, diamonds, emeralds. We’re made out of that stuff, can you believe it?”

Gonzo basketballer and tattoo aficionado Dennis Rodman probably hasn’t driven drunk or practiced spousal battery since 2008. He couldn’t be reached for comment, as he was en route for a weekend in North Korea with his “dear friend for life” and general all-round “awesome guy” Kim Jong-Un. Pundits now note, however, that Rodman’s political commentary has proven both incisive and prophetic. Back in February, Rodman tartly predicted Ted Cruz’s dismissal from the GOP primary:

“Yes @tedcruz; @realdonaldtrump did fire me on Celebrity Apprentice,” Rodman tweeted. “But he’s about to fire your ass too! #MakeAmericaGreatAgain”

As for Nelson Muntz, he released a brief statement via 4chan saying: “The other guys stink. I just want to punch them or give them a wedgie. They’re sad. And that Melania is a babe. Hah-hah!”

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