Consider some of the geographical "clues" to Springfield's location, and I think you'll agree that there is no actual state that could really fit the bill. Or IS THERE?
Springfield has a navigable river with only one bridge leading out of town.
Springfield is near an ocean.
Springfield is near a mountain range.
There is a nuclear plant in the state.
Springfield has "east coast" style mafia dons, and west coast style celebrity residents
THIS IS NEW JERSEY
Springfield has a navigable river with only one bridge leading out of town.
Springfield is near an ocean.
Springfield is near a mountain range.
There is a nuclear plant in the state.
Springfield has "east coast" style mafia dons, and west coast style celebrity residents
THIS IS NEW JERSEY