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S7E16 · Election Day, Part 1

Election Day finally arrives, and between analyzing exit polls, and mulling over news reports, a few Santos staff members discover the joys of campaign romance. Meanwhile, C.J. ponders life after the White House; and Annabeth makes a tragic discovery.

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The episode opens late at night on the day before election day. Various campaign staff hook up, and Josh and Donna sleep together twice. Election day brings stress in both campaigns: Josh is convinced he is finding problems in exit poll data, while the Vinick campaign worries that the data shows them losing in key places. West Virginia is unexpectedly called for Vinick and the traditionally Republican South Carolina is called for Santos. The episode closes with Annabeth finding Leo unconscious in his room, her screaming for help, and Secret Service agents closing in calling over their radio, "He's down, he's down!" Note: Both parts of the episode credited Foo Fighters rock band as Special Musical Appearance. Emmy nominated for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series.

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