The Simpsons' solution to Apu backlash: Drop him

The Simpsons may have solved "The Problem with Apu." Producers are reportedly planning to write the brown-skinned shopkeeper off the animated show in an effort to silence allegations of racial stereotyping about Indian-Americans. Producer Adi Shankar, who does not work for the show, said Fox will "drop the Apu character altogether,” according to his interview...