I grew up watching Roseanne. I think sometimes my mother used it as a template for parenting, and I would not have had it any other way. I enjoyed watching the initial reboot and was sad to see it go. I think The Conners is great, especially for people who watched the original and already knows and loves the characters. It would probably seem a little odd for someone who doesn't know the back story, but as someone who does I hope we all get the chance to see how the characters develop outside of Roseannes formidable shadow. So many of the original traits are there: Relatable struggling working class family, a hilariously cynical group with sharp wit and a deep love for one another that I think is truly unique and comes through loud and clear on the small screen. I rarely watch TV and this is the only sitcom and indeed the only broadcast show I have watched probably since the original show completed production. No offense to anyone, but I could care less about the politics, I just want this show to stay in the air.
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