Episode
The Politician: What's in the Box?
Overview
A shocking ballot-box twist positions Payton at a moral and ethical crossroads that could define the rest of his political career — and life.
Details
- Series
- The Politician
- Season
- Season 2
- Episode
- Episode 6
- Air date
- 2020-06-19
- Runtime
- 35 min
Episode context
What's in the Box? is Episode 6 in Season 2 of The Politician. It aired on 2020-06-19. The runtime is 35 min.
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Episode 5: The Voters
On Election Day, a mother and daughter argue over whether Payton or Dede is the better pick, motivating each to spend time with her chosen candidate.
Episode 7: Election Day
With the senate race up for grabs, Payton and Dede prepare for an unconventional showdown, but a last-minute decision suddenly changes everything.
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