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Some critics at The Star-Ledger felt the heist plot felt more like a "half-hour SNL sketch" and lacked the show's usual biting depth.

Critics often highlight the episode's apolitical stance, as it mocks the extreme emotional reactions of voters rather than the policies of the candidates themselves. Critical Reception ⭐ Average Rating: 8.0/10 (based on fan rankings).

The episode parodies the aftermath of Barack Obama’s victory over John McCain. It weaves together two distinct narratives: [S12E12] About Last Night...

Mr. Mackey’s dramatic "Game over, man!" line is a reference to Bill Paxton’s character in the film Aliens .

In a parody of Ocean's Eleven , it is revealed that Obama and McCain are actually partners in a high-stakes heist crew. The entire election was a front designed to give them access to the Smithsonian to steal the Hope Diamond. Key Highlights & Trivia Some critics at The Star-Ledger felt the heist

Creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone used South Park's infamous "six days to air" schedule to include actual snippets from the candidates' real victory and concession speeches delivered just hours earlier.

A list of featured in the celebration scenes The episode parodies the aftermath of Barack Obama’s

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