Synopsis

Senator Vinick, the Republican’s presumptive nominee for President, sought counsel from Bruno Gianelli, a veteran political strategist who had previously advised the Bartlet campaign. Their discussion centered on a comprehensive strategy for securing victory in the general election – a goal of winning all fifty states – and immediate priorities, including the nuanced presentation of Vinick's religious beliefs to the electorate and the selection of a suitable running mate. Simultaneously, Presid