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The West Wing (1999)

S4E1 20 Hours in America (1)

Sep 25, 2002 Season 4 Episode 1 Drama

Toby, Josh, and Donna face a tough reality when they discover the limited public transportation options in the Midwest while attempting to return to Washington after being stranded by the motorcade during a campaign event in Indiana. Meanwhile, President Bartlet conducts interviews to find a new aide to replace Mrs. Landingham, while C.J. searches for a suitable candidate to take on the role of Anthony's Big Brother after Simon's departure. The Ritchie campaign ignites controversy when Abbey refers to herself as "just a wife and mother," and the investigation into Shareef in Qumar is reopened, coinciding with a significant drop in the Dow.