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The West Wing (1999)

S6E10 Faith Based Initiative

Jan 05, 2005 Season 6 Episode 10 Drama

A senator adds a controversial rider to the federal budget bill aimed at banning gay marriage, challenging the President to veto it as Bartlet's MS symptoms worsen. Meanwhile, rumors about CJ's sexual orientation circulate online, intensified by her decision not to publicly address the claims. Donna joins the Vice President's senior team and heads to New Hampshire to kick off Russell's presidential campaign. In a surprising twist, Santos decides to pursue a presidential run, but only if Josh agrees to step away from the White House to manage his campaign efforts.