Homeschoolers might be wise to refrain from the knee-jerk reactions on this one till they actually see the show. You never know, it may actually help their cause for TV watchers to see homeschoolers portrayed in a sitcom
even if the intent by some of the producers/writers is, at times, to make fun of homeschoolers. Sitcom characters are rarely unsympathetic. Norman Lear wanted "Archie Bunker" to be hated and he was loved. People love "The Osbornes". In this case, the creator of the show had made it semi-autobiographical so you'd think that the setup and portrayals will at least be somewhat flattering. It could, in fact, be a big political win.
That is, if homeschoolers don't mess it all up and turn it into some huge controversy.
Well, I'm pretty sure I won't see the sitcom. However, I homeschooled my older sons for two years, and am homeschooling my 6th grader now. My only purpose for homeschool was to ensure that I knew where their talents lay. Also, it was important to me that they knew how to diagram a sentance (Eng. grammar is no longer taught in public school). Homeschool is prevalent enough now that we should be able to laugh at ourselves.