The Debateful Eight/References

References/Trivia

Cultural references

Homer's suggestion to "visualize another America. One where Republicans, Democrats, and Donald Trump all get along." is a reference to Trump's policy stances and how conservatives consider Trump.
John Kasich's banner and him punching Ted Cruz in the face is a reference to the reports of him being grumpy and cantankerous in person.
Ted Cruz and Hillary Clinton's act is a reference to Cruz's depiction of being trustworthy and people criticizing him for being liar.
Jeb Bush throwing off his glass is a reference to the vow he made to never take off his "stinking glasses", and then in January ditching them.
Jeb kicking Trump in the family jewels is a reference to Barbara Bush advising his son to go harder on Trump in the debates.
Marco Rubio being a robot is a reference to the "Robot Rubio meme".
Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders exchange is a reference to Hillary's ties to Goldman Sachs and the necklace she wore during a debate in November that received rave reviews.