1 00:00:06,002 --> 00:00:07,459 Previously on The West Wing: 2 00:00:07,627 --> 00:00:10,791 Russell is on his way to being the nominee and our next president. 3 00:00:10,961 --> 00:00:12,833 So get onboard or get out of my way. 4 00:00:13,003 --> 00:00:15,124 You're too good at this. You can't walk away. 5 00:00:15,295 --> 00:00:17,002 Watch me. 6 00:00:19,004 --> 00:00:21,872 -Special assistant to the chief of staff. -Sorry? 7 00:00:22,046 --> 00:00:24,998 Work for me. The president can't miss you if you haven't gone. 8 00:00:25,172 --> 00:00:28,917 Mr. Vice President, have you been having an affair with Helen Baldwin while here? 9 00:00:29,089 --> 00:00:31,329 -Yes. -lf we're gonna weather this, then-- 10 00:00:31,506 --> 00:00:33,912 We're not gonna weather this. I'm resigning. 11 00:00:34,132 --> 00:00:36,502 Tell the president not to worry about the book. 12 00:00:36,674 --> 00:00:39,245 -I'm not gonna make him look bad. -Am I in the book? 13 00:00:39,550 --> 00:00:42,501 -Yes. -I'd prefer not to be. 14 00:00:45,759 --> 00:00:47,466 Sure. The book is an apology. 15 00:00:47,634 --> 00:00:52,339 To my family, and to the American people, for past mistakes. 16 00:00:52,844 --> 00:00:55,249 But it's also a statement of principles. 17 00:00:55,427 --> 00:00:59,374 A summary of where I think we are as a nation, and where we could be. 18 00:00:59,553 --> 00:01:01,461 And where is that, Mr. Vice President? 19 00:01:01,637 --> 00:01:04,635 You know, Diane, this country still faces very serious tests... 20 00:01:04,804 --> 00:01:07,719 ...both at home and abroad. Public education, health care... 21 00:01:09,388 --> 00:01:12,755 ... the outsourcing of jobs. These are major problems... 22 00:01:12,931 --> 00:01:16,297 ... that require serious thinking. And on the international front, we-- 23 00:01:16,473 --> 00:01:18,760 Mr. Vice President, I hate to interrupt... 24 00:01:18,932 --> 00:01:21,172 ...but are you saying we're on the wrong track? 25 00:01:21,349 --> 00:01:22,806 No, absolutely not, Diane. No. 26 00:01:22,974 --> 00:01:25,677 I think that President Bartlet has done tremendous work. 27 00:01:25,850 --> 00:01:29,631 And you bear no ill will towards the present administration? 28 00:01:29,809 --> 00:01:32,298 No, no ill will towards the president or Leo McGarry. 29 00:01:32,476 --> 00:01:35,510 I was just down in the East Room watching the run-through. 30 00:01:35,685 --> 00:01:37,094 What are you reading? 31 00:01:38,519 --> 00:01:39,928 Where'd you get that? 32 00:01:40,102 --> 00:01:42,389 -Will had a copy. -Will gave it to you? 33 00:01:42,561 --> 00:01:45,346 -I borrowed it. -I'm sure it's illuminating. 34 00:01:45,520 --> 00:01:47,428 This country has been run well. 35 00:01:47,604 --> 00:01:50,093 -Know how often you're mentioned? -No. 36 00:01:50,271 --> 00:01:52,973 -Wanna know how often I'm mentioned? -Not really. 37 00:01:53,146 --> 00:01:55,931 Wanna know how many times Josh is mentioned? 38 00:01:56,314 --> 00:01:59,514 -Where is Josh? -Josh is. . . . 39 00:01:59,689 --> 00:02:01,230 He'll be fine. 40 00:02:01,398 --> 00:02:02,974 --and I have written about them. 41 00:02:03,190 --> 00:02:06,852 The vital vision for our future that we need to focus on.... 44 00:02:11,275 --> 00:02:13,764 -Mr. President, where's Curtis? -Who? 45 00:02:13,942 --> 00:02:16,478 -Curtis. Your new body man. -Oh, nice fellow, Curtis. 46 00:02:16,651 --> 00:02:20,775 But he's no Charlie, Charlie. Gotta tell you, he's no good at tying a tie. 47 00:02:20,943 --> 00:02:24,772 -Sir, you know I can't tie a tie either. -Well, that makes three of us. 48 00:02:24,985 --> 00:02:27,142 -Really? -Are you being coy... 49 00:02:27,319 --> 00:02:29,275 -...Mr. Vice President? -Absolutely. 50 00:02:30,737 --> 00:02:34,399 You are going to ruin my reputation for hard-nosed journalism. 51 00:02:34,571 --> 00:02:36,396 Diane, I'm just here to promote a book. 52 00:02:37,113 --> 00:02:38,440 -You've got a call. -Okay. 53 00:02:38,613 --> 00:02:41,979 Make sure we get Josh's notes from the briefing with Foreign Relations. 54 00:02:42,155 --> 00:02:44,360 -Donna brought them. -Good. Who's on the phone? 55 00:02:44,531 --> 00:02:47,944 The vice president. The former vice president. 56 00:02:48,156 --> 00:02:51,238 -What's taking so long? -Thank you, Charlie. 57 00:02:53,282 --> 00:02:56,649 -I couldn't tie my tie. -Yeah, I know that. Could we go now? 58 00:02:56,866 --> 00:03:00,030 I would also like to find a way to be involved... 59 00:03:00,200 --> 00:03:03,697 ...in the ongoing pursuit of peace in that region. 60 00:03:03,868 --> 00:03:08,076 And, yes, Diane, I would like to return to public life. 61 00:03:08,243 --> 00:03:10,483 I think I can make a contribution. 62 00:03:27,539 --> 00:03:29,825 Thanks for coming, Josh. 63 00:03:29,997 --> 00:03:32,617 -Did you see the interview? -No. 64 00:03:32,790 --> 00:03:35,361 -Did you look at the book? -No. 65 00:03:35,582 --> 00:03:37,158 If you're gonna bust my chops-- 66 00:03:37,332 --> 00:03:39,738 I have no idea why I'm here, Mr. Vice President. 67 00:03:40,791 --> 00:03:42,718 Yes, you do. 68 00:04:36,403 --> 00:04:38,028 Whatever. You're early. 69 00:04:38,197 --> 00:04:41,235 It's dinnertime in Beijing, and I'm just getting to the office. 70 00:04:41,410 --> 00:04:44,745 Time is relative. That's what we in the international arena say. 71 00:04:44,915 --> 00:04:47,158 You heard John Hoynes is doing Diane Mathers? 72 00:04:48,546 --> 00:04:50,919 The WTO file for the briefing on the China summit. 73 00:04:52,343 --> 00:04:53,506 He's promoting his book. 74 00:04:53,678 --> 00:04:56,217 Iowa's around the corner. 'Tis about to be the season. 75 00:04:56,390 --> 00:04:58,847 -He called twice. -I need a converter for China. 76 00:04:59,019 --> 00:05:00,395 I can't find my garment bag. 77 00:05:00,563 --> 00:05:03,399 I think baggage claim's in the next terminal over. 78 00:05:03,567 --> 00:05:06,142 You used to love it when I couldn't dress without you. 79 00:05:06,321 --> 00:05:10,071 I used to love peppermint ice cream, but now the candy sticks in your teeth. . . 80 00:05:10,244 --> 00:05:11,822 . . .in a way I find irritating. 81 00:05:11,996 --> 00:05:14,832 The red carpet will be lined with glowing paper lanterns. . . 82 00:05:15,000 --> 00:05:17,290 . . .to represent the industrial core of the city. 83 00:05:17,462 --> 00:05:21,794 And the mayor of Xi'an has requested permission to present President Bartlet. . . 84 00:05:22,011 --> 00:05:25,215 -. . .with a golden key to the city. -We have no problem with that. 85 00:05:25,390 --> 00:05:28,512 The president is interested in the terra-cotta warriors. . . 86 00:05:28,687 --> 00:05:31,226 . . .that guard the tomb of the Emperor Qin Shihuang. 87 00:05:31,399 --> 00:05:32,775 There are over 7000. . . 88 00:05:32,943 --> 00:05:34,983 -. . .pottery soldiers and horses. -Pottery? 89 00:05:35,155 --> 00:05:38,655 We understand the president is a student of the Qin Dynasty. 90 00:05:38,827 --> 00:05:41,829 -We thought that-- -Yeah, I'm sure he'd be delighted. 91 00:05:42,499 --> 00:05:46,284 And now the menu for the morning's welcome breakfast in Beijing. 92 00:05:46,463 --> 00:05:52,883 Of course. And why don't you go ahead and do that. 93 00:05:55,434 --> 00:05:57,926 -What's this? -The nonproliferation briefing packet. 94 00:05:58,104 --> 00:05:59,849 -You're done? -Do I get extra credit? 95 00:06:00,024 --> 00:06:02,350 -Want a gold star? -How about another assignment? 96 00:06:02,527 --> 00:06:04,272 I'll see how you did on this one. 97 00:06:04,447 --> 00:06:08,233 They're deliberating on breakfast in Beijing. They're picking fortune cookies. 98 00:06:08,411 --> 00:06:11,746 I always thought fortune cookies were an American invention. 99 00:06:11,916 --> 00:06:14,242 -You have to get me out of there. -Can't do it. 100 00:06:14,420 --> 00:06:16,080 -I have things to do. -Talk to Josh. 101 00:06:16,256 --> 00:06:18,629 -I'm talking to you. -Talk to the man in charge. . . 102 00:06:18,801 --> 00:06:21,424 . . .of this venture to the Orient, Joshua Lyman. 103 00:06:21,597 --> 00:06:24,005 -I don't report to Josh. -No, you report to me. 104 00:06:24,184 --> 00:06:26,261 And I, magnanimous leader that I am. . . 105 00:06:26,437 --> 00:06:28,894 . . .shrewd executive and spreader of the wealth. . . 106 00:06:29,066 --> 00:06:31,558 . . .I have chosen to delegate-- Get used to that word. 107 00:06:31,736 --> 00:06:35,071 --delegate the preparation and readiness of the China summit to Josh. 108 00:06:35,241 --> 00:06:39,537 So while technically you are correct with regard to the chain of command-- 109 00:06:39,706 --> 00:06:42,115 I can't believe you're making me go back in there. 110 00:06:42,293 --> 00:06:45,711 Not I. Josh. You see how beautifully this works? 111 00:06:48,427 --> 00:06:51,595 If we don't come home with progress on the semiconductor tariffs-- 112 00:06:51,765 --> 00:06:55,432 We're pushing China on semiconductor tariffs, intellectual property rights. . . 113 00:06:55,604 --> 00:06:58,275 . . .textiles, shrimp, financial services. 114 00:06:58,442 --> 00:07:00,186 I speak for all of us when I say. . . 115 00:07:00,361 --> 00:07:03,529 -. . .this seems to be in great shape. -We're looking forward to it. 116 00:07:03,908 --> 00:07:06,447 -Thanks for your hard work. -My pleasure. Thank you. 117 00:07:06,620 --> 00:07:09,326 -Thank you, congresswoman. -What about Taiwan? 118 00:07:09,499 --> 00:07:10,828 What about it? 119 00:07:11,001 --> 00:07:15,048 They're gonna wanna discuss the sale of the 3-PC Orion sub-hunting planes. 120 00:07:15,258 --> 00:07:19,127 -It's not on the agenda, senator. -Then I'm sure it won't be discussed. 121 00:07:19,347 --> 00:07:22,883 We sell arms to Taiwan and will continue to. It's not up for discussion. 122 00:07:23,061 --> 00:07:27,606 At least, not until we start pushing China on weapons exports to Pakistan. 123 00:07:27,817 --> 00:07:29,562 China has pledged to stop exporting-- 124 00:07:29,737 --> 00:07:32,941 A pledge that they've ignored, along with their WTO commitments. . . 125 00:07:33,117 --> 00:07:36,986 -. . .and their agreements on prison labor. -Senator, I'm not sure I see the point. 126 00:07:37,164 --> 00:07:41,496 The point, ma'am, is the Chinese tend to welsh on their markers. 127 00:07:41,671 --> 00:07:44,293 And I don't wanna see Josh here offer up the farm. . . 128 00:07:44,466 --> 00:07:46,756 . . .in exchange for more lies and empty promises. 129 00:07:46,928 --> 00:07:48,969 -I'll keep that in mind. -Good. 130 00:07:49,140 --> 00:07:53,389 The Democratic Party hasn't been overrun by a bunch of panda huggers. 131 00:07:56,609 --> 00:08:00,655 Mr. Ziegler, we just have a few more items to discuss and decide. 132 00:08:00,823 --> 00:08:04,360 Now, let me see, 22, the guest list for the-- 133 00:08:06,164 --> 00:08:08,573 I thought cell phones didn't work in here. 134 00:08:08,752 --> 00:08:10,128 They don't. 135 00:08:26,152 --> 00:08:27,397 -How'd it go? -Fine. 136 00:08:27,570 --> 00:08:30,323 We're gonna wanna go over the intellectual-property stuff. 137 00:08:30,491 --> 00:08:33,862 -Hunt gave you a hard time. -Yeah, but this was Harris and Haas. 138 00:08:34,038 --> 00:08:36,791 -What did Hunt want? -Hunt wanted to give me a hard time. 139 00:08:36,959 --> 00:08:38,787 Guy brings new meaning to the word "curmudgeon. " 140 00:08:38,962 --> 00:08:41,584 I appreciate you letting me carry the ball on this one. 141 00:08:41,758 --> 00:08:44,000 One less ball I have to keep my eye on. 142 00:08:44,178 --> 00:08:47,845 Hey. We got a question from the gaggle about a flag the president received. . . 143 00:08:48,017 --> 00:08:50,176 . . .during the National Prayer Breakfast. 144 00:08:50,353 --> 00:08:52,181 -A flag? -A green flag. 145 00:08:52,356 --> 00:08:54,646 -From the Taiwanese delegation. -You're kidding. 146 00:08:55,194 --> 00:08:57,187 -Was that funny? -A green flag? 147 00:08:57,405 --> 00:09:00,906 -Green with a red flower. -No, no, no! 148 00:09:01,077 --> 00:09:03,616 -Josh. -The Chinese are gonna freak out. 149 00:09:03,789 --> 00:09:07,706 -Isn't the Taiwanese flag red and blue? -Yes. No. There is no Taiwanese flag. 150 00:09:07,920 --> 00:09:10,839 There's the flag of the Republic of China, used in Taiwan. . . 151 00:09:11,008 --> 00:09:14,461 . . .which is red and blue. The green one is the original flag. . . 152 00:09:14,638 --> 00:09:16,513 . . .of the Taiwan Independence Movement. 153 00:09:16,683 --> 00:09:20,599 The guys who wanna hold a tea party in Taipei Harbor and declare independence? 154 00:09:20,772 --> 00:09:24,475 You can see how I might be concerned about the symbolism of the president. . . 155 00:09:24,653 --> 00:09:28,106 . . .accepting their flag on the eve of a major summit with China. 156 00:09:28,283 --> 00:09:30,954 -I sound a little hysterical. -Just a touch. 157 00:09:31,121 --> 00:09:35,286 So we'll just give the flag back before anyone knows we had it. 158 00:09:36,086 --> 00:09:38,543 -I thought you were in with the-- -They walked out. 159 00:09:38,715 --> 00:09:41,503 -The protocol guys? -They got a call from their embassy. 160 00:09:41,970 --> 00:09:44,259 Something about the National Prayer Breakfast. . . 161 00:09:44,432 --> 00:09:47,968 -. . .and a flag. -Margaret! 162 00:09:48,145 --> 00:09:51,646 Counsel needs you to sign this to retrieve the 25th Amendment letter. . . 163 00:09:51,817 --> 00:09:53,561 . . .from your personal archives. 164 00:09:53,737 --> 00:09:55,896 They want me to step down again? 165 00:09:56,073 --> 00:10:00,155 You're loaning it out for an exhibit at the National Constitution Center. 166 00:10:00,329 --> 00:10:02,738 I solve Middle East peace, fix Social Security. . . 167 00:10:02,917 --> 00:10:05,954 . . .and they want the paper I used to remove myself from office. 168 00:10:06,130 --> 00:10:09,547 It is the National Constitution Center. 169 00:10:09,718 --> 00:10:12,210 It's not like the Smithsonian's beating down my door. 170 00:10:12,681 --> 00:10:15,054 They'll take a greater interest once you're dead. 171 00:10:15,226 --> 00:10:16,685 Something to look forward to. 172 00:10:16,853 --> 00:10:20,604 And these are the bios of the Medal of Arts winners for tomorrow night's gala. 173 00:10:21,026 --> 00:10:24,064 I heard there's gonna be a tribute. A musical guest. 174 00:10:24,239 --> 00:10:27,158 A surprise musical guest actually. 175 00:10:27,327 --> 00:10:28,988 I always loved Jerry Garcia. 176 00:10:30,164 --> 00:10:33,535 -lf I'm not mistaken, he's unavailable. -Hence the surprise. 177 00:10:34,379 --> 00:10:35,957 -Mr. President. -Thank God. 178 00:10:39,052 --> 00:10:42,838 You were given a flag by a member of the Taiwanese delegation this morning. 179 00:10:43,058 --> 00:10:46,642 I seem to remember a stuffed ewe and a bar of soap etched with a quote. . . 180 00:10:46,813 --> 00:10:48,189 . . .from the 42nd Psalm. 181 00:10:48,357 --> 00:10:50,481 It was a green flag with a red chrysanthemum. 182 00:10:50,903 --> 00:10:52,397 -Sounds charming. -Sir. 183 00:10:52,572 --> 00:10:54,649 I handed everything over to my new body man. 184 00:10:54,825 --> 00:10:56,984 -The new Charlie. -Curtis Carruthers. 185 00:10:57,162 --> 00:10:59,404 Not that Charlie could be replaced, of course. 186 00:10:59,582 --> 00:11:00,613 Of course. Charlie? 187 00:11:00,792 --> 00:11:02,999 If he's worth anything, it's at the Gifts Unit. 188 00:11:03,170 --> 00:11:05,330 -Okay. -lf it's there, it's gotta be tagged. . . 189 00:11:05,507 --> 00:11:07,417 . . .cataloged, photographed and appraised. 190 00:11:07,593 --> 00:11:10,928 -Could be decades until you see it again. -We're gonna need it sooner. 191 00:11:11,391 --> 00:11:12,422 I'm on it. 192 00:11:12,601 --> 00:11:15,093 -How big a problem is this? -Chinese'll make noise. . . 193 00:11:15,271 --> 00:11:17,894 -. . .ask for us to return the flag publicly. -What else? 194 00:11:18,067 --> 00:11:21,235 Demand for a statement we do not support Taiwanese independence. 195 00:11:21,405 --> 00:11:24,443 And maybe tattoo "There's only one China" on all our foreheads. 196 00:11:24,618 --> 00:11:27,490 Well, the tattoo's not an option. Thanks. 197 00:11:30,168 --> 00:11:32,541 Do you want me to bring in the secretary of state? 198 00:11:32,713 --> 00:11:34,920 -Excuse me? -lf you're reconsidering. . . 199 00:11:35,091 --> 00:11:37,548 . . .our policy on Taiwan. . . . 200 00:11:38,012 --> 00:11:41,264 -Did I say that? -This type of thing is right up your alley. 201 00:11:41,434 --> 00:11:45,564 C.J., I must have gotten enough trinkets to buy back Manhattan this morning. 202 00:11:45,899 --> 00:11:49,186 I honestly didn't see the damn thing. Are we through? 203 00:11:49,988 --> 00:11:52,028 Yes, sir. Thank you, Mr. President. 204 00:12:06,679 --> 00:12:08,471 Hello? 205 00:12:11,519 --> 00:12:12,848 -May I help you? -Bernard? 206 00:12:13,021 --> 00:12:16,142 -Yes. Welcome to my festoonery. -Where's Rose? 207 00:12:16,318 --> 00:12:19,688 Rose, in what I assume was a clerical error of some kind, was promoted. 208 00:12:19,948 --> 00:12:23,650 -They transferred you to the Gifts Unit? -Apparently, I am the new Rose. 209 00:12:23,829 --> 00:12:25,205 There was a Taiwanese flag. 210 00:12:25,372 --> 00:12:29,289 The independence flag, nicknamed "the eight chrysanthemum-petal flag. " 211 00:12:29,462 --> 00:12:32,298 -Rather unimaginatively, I'd say. -Yeah, have you seen it? 212 00:12:32,466 --> 00:12:35,089 Oh, yes. The flag itself is a magnificent specimen. 213 00:12:35,262 --> 00:12:39,511 An original, hand-sewn relic entered in the island-wide flag competition. . . 214 00:12:39,685 --> 00:12:43,684 . . .and was chosen over 186 other designs. That was in 1994. 215 00:12:44,024 --> 00:12:46,351 The color scheme seems more reminiscent. . . 216 00:12:46,528 --> 00:12:49,614 . . .of the Taipei Holiday Inn circa 1970. 217 00:12:49,783 --> 00:12:52,702 -Don't repeat that to the Taiwanese. -I hadn't planned on it. 218 00:12:52,996 --> 00:12:56,580 -Is there anything else? -The president needs the flag back. 219 00:12:56,751 --> 00:12:58,958 -Oh, I'm afraid not. -Excuse me? 220 00:12:59,130 --> 00:13:03,295 The flag is an historical artifact. Its value is higher than the reporting threshold. . . 221 00:13:03,469 --> 00:13:05,427 -. . .established by the GSA. -So? 222 00:13:05,597 --> 00:13:07,721 When the president accepts a gift of such value. . . 223 00:13:07,892 --> 00:13:10,729 . . .it is deemed to have been accepted on behalf of the U.S. 224 00:13:10,897 --> 00:13:13,389 -He shouldn't have accepted it. -Be that as it may. . . 225 00:13:13,567 --> 00:13:16,772 . . .according to Chapter 5 of the U.S. Code, Section 7342(c). . . 226 00:13:16,989 --> 00:13:19,611 . . .it is now the property of the American people. 227 00:13:19,826 --> 00:13:22,449 -I need that flag. -You're suggesting I break the law? 228 00:13:22,622 --> 00:13:24,995 -No. -Well, then. . . 229 00:13:25,584 --> 00:13:28,421 . . .I suppose we're in a bit of a pickle. 230 00:13:29,841 --> 00:13:31,300 -The ambassador's here. -Yeah. 231 00:13:31,468 --> 00:13:33,011 We're gonna be conciliatory. 232 00:13:33,179 --> 00:13:34,757 -Mea culpa. Our bad. -Got it. 233 00:13:34,931 --> 00:13:37,554 -We're gonna hop right over this little-- -Josh. 234 00:13:39,271 --> 00:13:42,309 -That's the whole Chinese delegation. -I missed this part. . . 235 00:13:42,484 --> 00:13:44,976 -. . .of the protocol meeting. -You were there, right? 236 00:13:45,154 --> 00:13:47,907 I was, in and out. Couldn't stomach any more haggling. . . 237 00:13:48,075 --> 00:13:50,235 -. . .over the nine-meat soup. -Nine-meat soup? 238 00:13:50,412 --> 00:13:52,987 It was on the menu for the dinner at Shanghai. 239 00:13:53,166 --> 00:13:56,038 -Beef, chicken, pork. -You don't wanna go there. 240 00:13:56,713 --> 00:13:58,706 Gentlemen. 241 00:14:00,301 --> 00:14:03,672 I think we should start by stating again. . . 242 00:14:03,848 --> 00:14:06,720 . . .that the president wishes to convey his utmost apologies. 243 00:14:06,936 --> 00:14:09,808 Let's not be troubled by simple misunderstandings. 244 00:14:10,065 --> 00:14:14,112 Here's our statement. It has been released to the press. 245 00:14:24,920 --> 00:14:27,377 Meddling in your internal affairs? 246 00:14:27,549 --> 00:14:29,459 You will return the flag. 247 00:14:29,677 --> 00:14:33,095 Yeah. I mean, as soon as we locate it. 248 00:14:33,266 --> 00:14:34,642 -Yes. -Good. 249 00:14:34,810 --> 00:14:38,346 President Lian hoped this would not interfere with our plans. 250 00:14:38,565 --> 00:14:40,855 We're looking forward. . . 251 00:14:41,027 --> 00:14:43,400 -. . .to a productive summit. -As are we. 252 00:14:43,572 --> 00:14:48,450 As such, we know you will understand our need for a few minor adjustments. 253 00:14:48,621 --> 00:14:50,496 Adjustments? 254 00:14:50,666 --> 00:14:54,748 So as to reiterate the open friendship between our countries. . . 255 00:14:54,922 --> 00:14:58,873 . . .the president wishes to hold the Beijing welcome ceremonies outdoors. . . 256 00:14:59,095 --> 00:15:00,589 -. . .rather than indoors. -Okay. 257 00:15:00,764 --> 00:15:03,968 He proposed we move the summit from the Great Hall of the People. . . 258 00:15:04,185 --> 00:15:06,642 . . .to the Gate of Heavenly Peace. 259 00:15:06,814 --> 00:15:08,357 The Gate of Heavenly Peace. 260 00:15:10,319 --> 00:15:13,274 -In Tiananmen Square. -You wanna welcome the president. . . 261 00:15:13,449 --> 00:15:15,738 . . .of the United States in Tiananmen Square? 262 00:15:15,952 --> 00:15:18,160 Is there a problem? 263 00:15:19,207 --> 00:15:21,284 So that's the flag we got. 264 00:15:21,878 --> 00:15:25,378 -That's China. What's this one? -Republic of China. 265 00:15:25,550 --> 00:15:28,256 -This is China, that's China. -Republic of China. 266 00:15:28,470 --> 00:15:31,307 People's Republic of China. Banned in China, used in Taiwan. 267 00:15:31,475 --> 00:15:33,883 -Used in China, banned in Taiwan. -What's this one? 268 00:15:34,062 --> 00:15:37,183 -Taiwan's majority party. -Which party flies the Taiwanese flag? 269 00:15:37,358 --> 00:15:39,850 The Taiwanese flag, not popular among the Taiwanese. 270 00:15:40,029 --> 00:15:42,948 -They don't change it because. . .? -China would declare war. 271 00:15:43,117 --> 00:15:45,988 Good reason. These things come with a G.I. Joe set? 272 00:15:46,204 --> 00:15:49,539 -I play a lot of Risk. -They wanna put Taiwan on the table. 273 00:15:49,709 --> 00:15:51,869 The Chinese wanna scrap half the trade agenda. . . 274 00:15:52,046 --> 00:15:55,880 . . .to discuss the U.S. role in blocking Taiwan's independence movement. 275 00:15:56,052 --> 00:15:58,544 They thought it'd be fun to jump-start the summit. . . 276 00:15:58,722 --> 00:16:00,930 . . .with a welcome bash in Tiananmen Square. 277 00:16:01,935 --> 00:16:03,644 -You're eating Chinese. -Lo mein? 278 00:16:03,813 --> 00:16:07,148 Hunt thinks we're weak on China. If the Taiwanese lobby gets hold of this-- 279 00:16:07,318 --> 00:16:10,155 It's too late. Senator Hunt's asked for floor time tomorrow. 280 00:16:10,323 --> 00:16:14,192 He's floating a resolution urging the president to display the green flag. . . 281 00:16:14,370 --> 00:16:17,206 -. . .in the State Department lobby. -That could be a problem. 282 00:16:17,374 --> 00:16:20,330 He's a cranky old man. The Chinese are gonna be that offended? 283 00:16:20,504 --> 00:16:23,340 No. I mean, yes. But the Chinese aren't my primary concern. 284 00:16:23,508 --> 00:16:25,882 He salutes that flag on the Senate floor. . . . 285 00:16:26,054 --> 00:16:29,175 -Could send a signal. -Taiwan thinks it's time for a new flag. . . 286 00:16:29,350 --> 00:16:30,761 . . .a new name, a new anthem. 287 00:16:30,936 --> 00:16:33,225 We gotta shut him down. What do you wanna do? 288 00:16:33,398 --> 00:16:35,605 Hang him up and beat him with a pogo stick. 289 00:16:35,818 --> 00:16:37,396 Josh. 290 00:16:37,570 --> 00:16:41,190 Send Toby to the Chinese embassy first thing in the morning with Kate. 291 00:16:41,367 --> 00:16:44,370 Tell them this had nothing to do with us, that Hunt's a nutjob. 292 00:16:44,539 --> 00:16:47,541 -I'll phrase that differently. -They'll have their flag back. . . 293 00:16:47,710 --> 00:16:51,045 . . .by the end of the day, and once it's returned. . . 294 00:16:51,257 --> 00:16:53,084 . . .their adjustments are off the table. 295 00:16:53,260 --> 00:16:56,511 We spent two months hammering this out. It's not getting hijacked. . . 296 00:16:56,681 --> 00:16:59,767 . . .by some flag-waving jackass of a senator. 297 00:16:59,936 --> 00:17:02,179 -Josh, you're gonna go see Hunt. -Yeah. 298 00:17:02,356 --> 00:17:04,350 -And, Josh-- -Yeah, yeah, tone it down. 299 00:17:04,526 --> 00:17:06,650 Guess I'll take this to go. 300 00:17:08,281 --> 00:17:10,571 The visual of the president in Tiananmen Square. 301 00:17:10,743 --> 00:17:13,699 Not my first choice for a photo op between the two presidents. 302 00:17:13,873 --> 00:17:16,281 Let's figure out how to make it work just in case. 303 00:17:16,502 --> 00:17:19,041 -So I'm working for you now again? -Toby. 304 00:17:21,467 --> 00:17:26,131 -How are things going with China? -Great. Really. Just fantastic. 305 00:17:26,307 --> 00:17:30,093 So the president has a photo op, something about the 25th Amendment? 306 00:17:30,271 --> 00:17:33,357 The letter removing himself from power. He's handing it over. . . 307 00:17:33,526 --> 00:17:35,852 . . .to the National Constitution Center trustees. 308 00:17:36,030 --> 00:17:38,783 The vice president would like to be part of that ceremony. 309 00:17:38,951 --> 00:17:43,413 Okay. Only, wasn't that, you know, before the vice president's time? 310 00:17:43,582 --> 00:17:46,157 -Well, technically. -Isn't this more of a Toby thing? 311 00:17:46,336 --> 00:17:49,671 -Isn't what more of a Toby thing? -The National Constitution Center. . . 312 00:17:49,841 --> 00:17:53,461 . . .ceremony tomorrow night. The vice president wants to show his support. 313 00:17:53,639 --> 00:17:57,056 He wants to horn in on Baker's photo op with the president. 314 00:17:57,227 --> 00:17:59,802 -He's coming in? -Baker's governor of Pennsylvania. . . 315 00:17:59,981 --> 00:18:03,933 . . .home of the Constitution Center and a former chairman of the board of trustees. 316 00:18:04,112 --> 00:18:08,028 And a future presidential candidate trying to get the backing of the president. 317 00:18:08,201 --> 00:18:09,993 Really? Hadn't thought of that. 318 00:18:10,162 --> 00:18:13,331 Fins to the left, fins to the right. Baker, Hoynes. 319 00:18:13,501 --> 00:18:16,419 Yeah, Hoynes on Diane Mathers should be interesting. 320 00:18:17,047 --> 00:18:18,423 -That's it? -Yeah. 321 00:18:18,591 --> 00:18:20,799 The president assured us we'd have his support. 322 00:18:20,970 --> 00:18:23,509 We'll get Russell another photo op. 323 00:18:23,682 --> 00:18:26,601 The vice president is not gonna be. . . . 324 00:18:28,063 --> 00:18:30,187 You know what? Fine. 325 00:18:32,361 --> 00:18:35,150 -He didn't flinch at that Hoynes stuff. -I don't know why. 326 00:18:35,324 --> 00:18:37,614 He's all over the news. I've been getting calls. 327 00:18:37,786 --> 00:18:40,907 -He called me a couple times. -He? I was talking about reporters. 328 00:18:41,082 --> 00:18:43,289 -Hoynes called you? -I haven't called him back. 329 00:18:43,461 --> 00:18:45,169 -I'm not interested. -In what? 330 00:18:45,338 --> 00:18:48,543 In anything having to do with John Hoynes. 331 00:18:52,015 --> 00:18:54,092 -You're still here, Mr. President. -Yeah. 332 00:18:54,268 --> 00:18:57,970 Sir, I think we should put in a call to the American Institute in Taiwan. 333 00:18:58,148 --> 00:19:00,225 Make sure Taipei doesn't get the wrong idea? 334 00:19:00,402 --> 00:19:02,395 -Yes, sir. -Go ahead and make the call. 335 00:19:03,990 --> 00:19:07,158 I've always wondered why they let me pick these guys every year. 336 00:19:07,328 --> 00:19:10,913 -Sir? -The honorees for the National Medals. 337 00:19:11,084 --> 00:19:14,288 I mean, I enjoy a good cantata, and Turner's landscapes. . . 338 00:19:14,464 --> 00:19:17,134 . . .send me over the moon, but what do I know about art? 339 00:19:17,301 --> 00:19:20,636 You're the popularly elected representative of the people of the U.S. 340 00:19:20,806 --> 00:19:23,844 Sure, but nobody told them I was gonna be art critic in chief. 341 00:19:24,228 --> 00:19:26,387 Thank goodness. 342 00:19:27,483 --> 00:19:28,812 Sir? 343 00:19:28,985 --> 00:19:32,320 You think they knew what they were getting when they pulled the lever? 344 00:19:32,490 --> 00:19:34,448 I do, sir. 345 00:19:34,868 --> 00:19:36,945 Yeah, okay. Good night. 346 00:19:37,121 --> 00:19:39,530 Good night, Mr. President. 347 00:19:51,392 --> 00:19:54,063 -It's ironic, senator. -I've been expecting you, Josh. 348 00:19:54,230 --> 00:19:57,185 Here you are trying to raise this flag, but six months ago. . . 349 00:19:57,359 --> 00:20:00,195 . . .when the president of Taiwan considered doing the same. . . 350 00:20:00,363 --> 00:20:03,734 . . .Taiwan's democratically elected parliament passed a law to stop him. 351 00:20:03,910 --> 00:20:05,820 -I thought it was sad. -What's to be sad? 352 00:20:05,997 --> 00:20:09,414 They're free. They have the third-highest standard of living in Asia. 353 00:20:09,585 --> 00:20:12,623 -Who needs independence? -They have it in everything but name. 354 00:20:12,798 --> 00:20:15,800 Is there another democracy whose leader is not allowed. . . 355 00:20:15,969 --> 00:20:18,461 -. . .to set foot in Washington? -A small price to pay. 356 00:20:18,640 --> 00:20:22,591 So is the Stamp Tax. We support the suppression of a vibrant democracy. . . 357 00:20:22,771 --> 00:20:24,978 -. . .by a cruel dictatorship. -Come on, senator. 358 00:20:25,149 --> 00:20:27,309 They're selling Quarter Pounders in Shanghai. 359 00:20:27,486 --> 00:20:30,903 They got thousands of satellite dishes on the rooftops in Beijing. 360 00:20:31,074 --> 00:20:33,401 -In a couple of years-- -I understand the theory. 361 00:20:33,578 --> 00:20:35,073 Commerce and culture. 362 00:20:35,247 --> 00:20:38,499 A gradual conversion to the religion of capitalism and democracy. 363 00:20:38,669 --> 00:20:40,959 China's a happy place. Taiwan goes free. 364 00:20:41,131 --> 00:20:44,002 -So why stand in the way--? -When Patrick Henry said: 365 00:20:44,177 --> 00:20:47,013 "Give me liberty or give me death," do you think he meant: 366 00:20:47,181 --> 00:20:50,100 "Except for Wednesdays and Sundays"? 367 00:20:52,856 --> 00:20:58,529 Sir, you are jeopardizing a very tolerable, evolving status quo. 368 00:20:58,739 --> 00:21:03,368 The Chinese have 496 ballistic missiles pointed at Taiwan. . . 369 00:21:03,538 --> 00:21:06,209 -. . .and I'm jeopardizing the status quo? -Yes. 370 00:21:06,751 --> 00:21:09,872 Well, it's not what this country should stand for. 371 00:21:10,340 --> 00:21:13,046 Why do you think the president accepted the flag? 372 00:21:13,219 --> 00:21:15,972 -It was a mistake. -Jed Bartlet doesn't make mistakes. 373 00:21:16,515 --> 00:21:20,431 Somebody has to stand up. So I'm going to the Senate at 1:00 tomorrow. 374 00:21:20,646 --> 00:21:23,981 You're a smart guy. If you're that worried, you'll figure out a way. . . 375 00:21:24,151 --> 00:21:28,614 . . .to keep me off the floor until you've given the flag back to the Taiwanese. 376 00:21:28,825 --> 00:21:33,702 But refusing to support Taiwanese independence? It's wrong. 377 00:21:34,750 --> 00:21:37,538 And I think you know that I'm right. 378 00:21:59,828 --> 00:22:02,746 Charles, I can't tell you how thrilled I am to see you again. 379 00:22:02,915 --> 00:22:05,668 -Yeah. So it says here-- -Did you pick out that tie. . . 380 00:22:05,836 --> 00:22:08,755 -. . .or is it government issue? -My sister bought me this tie. 381 00:22:08,924 --> 00:22:11,630 -The things we put up with for family. -Yeah. 382 00:22:11,803 --> 00:22:14,759 So in accordance with the Foreign Decorations and Gifts Act. . . 383 00:22:14,933 --> 00:22:18,849 . . .the president can buy back any gift accepted on behalf of the U.S. 384 00:22:19,022 --> 00:22:21,395 Must we suffer another round of Capture the Flag? 385 00:22:21,567 --> 00:22:23,478 -The president wants to buy it. -Really? 386 00:22:23,654 --> 00:22:25,647 -Yeah. -Very well. As I'm sure you know. . . 387 00:22:25,824 --> 00:22:28,150 . . .the GSA requires a commercial appraisal. 388 00:22:28,327 --> 00:22:31,495 -How about you ballpark it for me? -Well, a flag of this nature. . . 389 00:22:31,665 --> 00:22:35,416 . . .it's very hard to put a sum on it. But given its historical significance. . . 390 00:22:35,588 --> 00:22:39,634 . . .and the current set of circumstances, which would increase its worth. . . 391 00:22:39,802 --> 00:22:43,089 . . .I'd wager 20 to 30,000. 392 00:22:45,101 --> 00:22:47,095 Dollars? 393 00:22:47,772 --> 00:22:49,896 -Hey. -Morning. How'd it go with Hunt? 394 00:22:50,067 --> 00:22:53,235 He's still planning to speak at 1, but I spoke with Harris. 395 00:22:53,405 --> 00:22:55,897 -Okay. -They're doing a quorum call at noon. 396 00:22:56,076 --> 00:22:59,529 Harris stands up at quarter to 1 and suggests the absence of a quorum. 397 00:22:59,706 --> 00:23:01,035 -Procedural roadblock. -Yeah. 398 00:23:01,208 --> 00:23:03,083 How long can we keep Hunt off the floor? 399 00:23:03,253 --> 00:23:07,038 Long enough to get the flag back to the Taiwanese and make his resolution moot. 400 00:23:07,217 --> 00:23:10,254 -Great. -Yeah, only it's the wrong call. 401 00:23:10,889 --> 00:23:13,725 -We should let Hunt speak? -His resolution's not gonna pass. 402 00:23:13,893 --> 00:23:16,848 The president doesn't even have to acknowledge it. 403 00:23:17,023 --> 00:23:19,562 I'm not arguing a retooling of the Monroe doctrine. . . 404 00:23:19,735 --> 00:23:22,939 . . .but let Hunt on the floor. Let him make the principled argument. 405 00:23:23,115 --> 00:23:26,651 Run it by Kate and Toby. If they're onboard, we take it to the boss. 406 00:23:40,849 --> 00:23:43,685 -Morning, Margaret. -Good morning. 407 00:23:43,853 --> 00:23:45,977 Excited about the Medal of the Arts ceremony? 408 00:23:46,148 --> 00:23:48,106 -Very. -It's a surprise musical guest. 409 00:23:48,318 --> 00:23:51,404 -You're worried I'll give it away. -With the singing and dancing. 410 00:23:51,573 --> 00:23:54,325 -The president's in with Governor Baker? -He just arrived. 411 00:23:54,493 --> 00:23:56,701 Let me know when Kate gets back. 412 00:23:56,872 --> 00:23:59,660 And find out where Charlie is on getting the flag back. 413 00:23:59,834 --> 00:24:04,048 -Do you have a favorite song? -Can't say that I do. 414 00:24:04,550 --> 00:24:09,130 I've always liked "Jelly Man Kelly. " He likes jelly the most. He likes it on toast. 415 00:24:09,306 --> 00:24:11,799 -Then there's Jenny Mulhenny. -Margaret. 416 00:24:11,977 --> 00:24:13,306 Right. Mum's the word. 417 00:24:15,148 --> 00:24:17,189 -Governor Baker, welcome. -Busy day? 418 00:24:17,360 --> 00:24:20,647 Always. We've got the National Medal of the Arts gala tonight. 419 00:24:20,823 --> 00:24:22,366 Is that the letter? 420 00:24:22,534 --> 00:24:25,204 That is the letter that removed me from office. 421 00:24:25,371 --> 00:24:29,205 I have to keep the one that put me back in case anyone starts asking questions. 422 00:24:29,377 --> 00:24:31,287 The museum will take precious care of it. 423 00:24:31,464 --> 00:24:34,134 -How do you like the old place? -It's. . . 424 00:24:34,676 --> 00:24:36,052 -. . .humbling. -Believe me. . . 425 00:24:36,220 --> 00:24:37,965 . . .it's worse from behind that desk. 426 00:24:38,140 --> 00:24:41,226 There's a dagger that hangs from a thread somewhere up there. 427 00:24:41,395 --> 00:24:44,350 I'd think the Secret Service would do something about that. 428 00:24:44,524 --> 00:24:47,063 -How are your numbers in Iowa? -I haven't declared. 429 00:24:47,236 --> 00:24:50,821 You gonna tell me you don't have people in the field already? 430 00:24:50,992 --> 00:24:52,902 Iowa and New Hampshire look very good. 431 00:24:53,078 --> 00:24:54,787 Gentlemen. 432 00:24:54,956 --> 00:24:57,792 -Mr. Vice President. -I didn't know you were joining us. 433 00:24:57,960 --> 00:24:59,870 This is historic. I don't wanna miss out. 434 00:25:00,046 --> 00:25:02,586 The historic moment happened a couple of years ago. . . 435 00:25:02,759 --> 00:25:05,167 -. . .but it's good to see you. -Sir, could I. . .? 436 00:25:05,388 --> 00:25:07,262 Excuse me. 437 00:25:08,392 --> 00:25:11,560 Mr. President, the museum wants this exhibit to focus. . . 438 00:25:11,730 --> 00:25:14,483 . . .on the nobility and patriotism that you demonstrated. . . 439 00:25:14,651 --> 00:25:18,318 . . .in evoking the 25th Amendment. It'll be a tribute to your leadership. . . 440 00:25:18,490 --> 00:25:20,780 . . .and the principled spirit of your presidency. 441 00:25:20,952 --> 00:25:24,572 -Russell, while a sterling leader-- -You gonna be part of this photo op? 442 00:25:24,749 --> 00:25:26,623 Well, as trustee of the museum, l-- 443 00:25:26,793 --> 00:25:29,464 Yeah, well, I'm sure no one'll mind if Bob sits in. 444 00:25:30,048 --> 00:25:33,086 I mean, after all, he's sort of a trustee of this office. 445 00:25:33,261 --> 00:25:35,136 Ladies and gentlemen, if you're ready. 446 00:25:39,520 --> 00:25:43,389 -Taking to wandering the hallways? -Hoping to absorb some wisdom. 447 00:25:43,568 --> 00:25:45,228 Osmosis. 448 00:25:46,322 --> 00:25:47,781 You here alone? 449 00:25:48,742 --> 00:25:53,157 You sent Russell in to crash the photo op. Nice move. 450 00:25:53,958 --> 00:25:58,420 I get why you're so worried about Baker, but why not about Hoynes? 451 00:25:58,798 --> 00:26:01,836 Hoynes has name recognition. The recent New Hampshire polls. . . 452 00:26:02,011 --> 00:26:04,301 -. . .have him 10 points behind us. -Same in Iowa? 453 00:26:04,473 --> 00:26:07,309 He resigned in a sex scandal. He can't come back from that. 454 00:26:07,477 --> 00:26:10,148 -Sex isn't what it used to be. -By the time he's in. . . 455 00:26:10,315 --> 00:26:12,807 . . .we'll be ahead of him on money and endorsements. 456 00:26:12,985 --> 00:26:17,364 -Unless Baker's already knocked you out. -Why I'm not sleeping nights. 457 00:26:19,203 --> 00:26:21,529 Josh said C.J. wanted a copy of the trade agenda. 458 00:26:21,706 --> 00:26:24,708 -Okay. -So you know who's coming tonight? 459 00:26:24,877 --> 00:26:26,954 -It's a surprise. -Give me a hint. 460 00:26:27,631 --> 00:26:29,506 I really shouldn't. 461 00:26:30,010 --> 00:26:32,929 -"Jelly Man Kelly. " -Who? 462 00:26:33,098 --> 00:26:35,257 Can you get this out of the China team? Hey. 463 00:26:35,434 --> 00:26:37,013 -Hi. -That's trade stuff. 464 00:26:37,187 --> 00:26:39,061 I'd love anything he's got on Taiwan. 465 00:26:39,232 --> 00:26:41,439 Sure. Is there an issue? 466 00:26:42,152 --> 00:26:44,442 I know it's Josh, so there's always an issue-- 467 00:26:44,614 --> 00:26:46,655 -No issue. -He's been working hard on this. 468 00:26:46,826 --> 00:26:48,985 -I just wanna stay in the loop. -Okay, but. . . 469 00:26:49,163 --> 00:26:50,955 -. . .everything's under control. -Yeah. 470 00:26:51,124 --> 00:26:53,413 -The rally began this afternoon... -Except that. 471 00:26:53,586 --> 00:26:56,078 ... with leaders of Taiwan 's independence movement... 472 00:26:56,256 --> 00:27:00,719 ... waving the same type of flag President Bartlet accepted yesterday.... 473 00:27:00,888 --> 00:27:04,508 Margaret, page Kate, get the CIA director on the phone. 474 00:27:06,062 --> 00:27:09,397 Okay, thank you, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for coming in, Eric. 475 00:27:09,567 --> 00:27:11,691 -Good to see you again. -My pleasure. 476 00:27:11,862 --> 00:27:14,533 Bob, could I see you for a second? 477 00:27:16,953 --> 00:27:19,908 -Mr. President, I really appreciate-- -Don't do that again. 478 00:27:20,541 --> 00:27:22,998 -Mr. President-- -I'm not choosing sides. 479 00:27:23,170 --> 00:27:25,460 Not him, not you. 480 00:27:26,383 --> 00:27:29,136 -Excuse me, Mr. President. -Yeah, we're through. 481 00:27:31,724 --> 00:27:35,391 I wanted to give you an update. There are some demonstrations in Taipei, sir. 482 00:27:35,563 --> 00:27:37,438 -Okay. -They're peaceful and small. . . 483 00:27:37,608 --> 00:27:39,601 . . .given the events of the past few days. 484 00:27:39,777 --> 00:27:42,067 Are they organized by the Independence Party? 485 00:27:42,239 --> 00:27:44,945 Yes, but prominent members of the DPP are in attendance. 486 00:27:45,118 --> 00:27:48,204 The majority party? Anyone close to President Chen? 487 00:27:48,373 --> 00:27:51,957 His vice minister of foreign affairs. How are the Chinese? 488 00:27:52,129 --> 00:27:55,047 Things didn't start off well. It went downhill from there. 489 00:27:55,258 --> 00:27:58,046 If I knew the PLA was dispatching Ming-class subs. . . 490 00:27:58,221 --> 00:28:00,713 . . .into the Taiwan Strait due to the demonstrations-- 491 00:28:00,891 --> 00:28:03,810 -China's deploying submarines? -They're showing their teeth. 492 00:28:03,979 --> 00:28:06,934 -I don't think they'Il-- -I get distracted at breakfast. . . 493 00:28:07,109 --> 00:28:09,067 -. . .and China's deploying teeth? -Sir. 494 00:28:09,904 --> 00:28:13,524 Yeah, I've had enough. I want you on a plane to Taipei immediately. 495 00:28:13,701 --> 00:28:15,362 -Yes, sir. -Tell President Chen. . . 496 00:28:15,537 --> 00:28:18,208 . . .I'm not going to war over a flag. At least not today. 497 00:28:18,542 --> 00:28:21,461 -Can we get Beijing on the phone? -I think so. I'll get Josh. 498 00:28:21,630 --> 00:28:23,919 You and I are ending this right here, right now. 499 00:28:24,091 --> 00:28:26,880 The president's acceptance of the independentists ' flag... 500 00:28:27,054 --> 00:28:28,846 ...has led a few experts to wonder... 501 00:28:29,015 --> 00:28:32,136 ... whether the United States is considering a change in stance... 502 00:28:32,312 --> 00:28:33,972 ...on the question of independence. 503 00:28:34,148 --> 00:28:37,435 It's pretty minor. There's some members of the majority party there. 504 00:28:37,611 --> 00:28:40,317 -I need you to call Senator Harris. -Okay. 505 00:28:40,490 --> 00:28:42,780 We gotta shut Hunt down. 506 00:28:43,453 --> 00:28:45,530 -I thought we were gonna-- -Josh. 507 00:28:45,706 --> 00:28:49,622 -I'd like to discuss it with the president. -It's already been discussed. 508 00:28:49,795 --> 00:28:52,418 Submarines trump symbolism. I had to make a call. 509 00:28:52,633 --> 00:28:55,255 Okay. Sure. Anything else? 510 00:28:55,428 --> 00:28:58,347 We agree to Tiananmen Square, and we're working on Beijing. . . 511 00:28:58,516 --> 00:29:01,353 -. . .to drop their agenda demands. -No discussion of Taiwan? 512 00:29:01,520 --> 00:29:04,060 -Not publicly. -We'll need to deal with the fallout. . . 513 00:29:04,233 --> 00:29:06,772 -. . .from the welcome at Tiananmen. -Yeah. 514 00:29:09,323 --> 00:29:11,780 -You put Toby on it. -And the president wants me. . . 515 00:29:11,952 --> 00:29:14,029 . . .with him at the summit. 516 00:29:14,372 --> 00:29:17,541 There's some things up in the air. We'd feel more comfortable if-- 517 00:29:17,711 --> 00:29:22,873 Sure. I'll start pulling together the briefing packets for you. 518 00:29:23,052 --> 00:29:25,722 Come on. You're going. You need Toby to deal with press. 519 00:29:25,889 --> 00:29:29,094 Somebody's gotta man the fort here. I'm fine staying. 520 00:29:29,686 --> 00:29:31,430 You're his guy. 521 00:29:33,108 --> 00:29:36,194 You're in the room, in the chair. 522 00:29:37,447 --> 00:29:39,524 He needs you. That's how it was with Leo. 523 00:29:40,327 --> 00:29:43,697 -That's how it's supposed to be. -Yeah. I'm. . . . 524 00:29:45,751 --> 00:29:47,958 Thanks. 525 00:30:00,230 --> 00:30:03,565 -Awfully dark in here. -Leo. 526 00:30:07,324 --> 00:30:10,611 -Was this place always so gloomy? -Not when you were here. 527 00:30:10,787 --> 00:30:14,953 Well, no need to relive The Rime of the Ancient Mariner. 528 00:30:15,127 --> 00:30:17,963 They keep coming in with furniture, fixtures and wallpaper. 529 00:30:18,131 --> 00:30:21,050 -I just haven't had the time. -Have Margaret spruce it up. 530 00:30:21,219 --> 00:30:23,628 Margaret suggested Shirley Chisholm's Barcalounger. 531 00:30:23,806 --> 00:30:26,215 Oh, God, I'll bet she did. 532 00:30:26,769 --> 00:30:28,727 -Can we sit? -Of course. 533 00:30:29,856 --> 00:30:31,933 Lunch looks great. 534 00:30:37,910 --> 00:30:39,453 You look good in here. 535 00:30:40,288 --> 00:30:43,160 -Comfortable. -Yeah. Today, not so much. 536 00:30:43,334 --> 00:30:45,791 You sent Kate to Taipei. 537 00:30:46,172 --> 00:30:48,711 You're gonna be fine. He'll return the flag. . . 538 00:30:48,884 --> 00:30:52,089 . . .send a message to Taiwan, and the Chinese will be so pleased. . . 539 00:30:52,264 --> 00:30:55,848 . . .it'll probably give the president an extra bargaining chip in Beijing. 540 00:30:56,061 --> 00:30:58,814 In the meantime, we let them push us around on Taiwan. . . 541 00:30:58,982 --> 00:31:01,355 . . .on North Korea, on trade, on human rights. 542 00:31:01,569 --> 00:31:05,022 How's the human-rights situation in China compared to 10 years ago? 543 00:31:05,199 --> 00:31:08,736 You'd rather we were snarling at each other, and keeping one eye. . . 544 00:31:08,913 --> 00:31:11,072 . . .fixed on the nuclear launch codes? 545 00:31:11,250 --> 00:31:15,249 I lived through the first Cold War. 546 00:31:15,589 --> 00:31:18,461 One was enough, thank you. 547 00:31:18,635 --> 00:31:22,386 I'll take blue jeans, even low riders. . . 548 00:31:22,558 --> 00:31:27,269 . . .and Starbucks over fighters and submarines any day. 549 00:31:27,440 --> 00:31:30,691 Not all evolution mandates revolution. 550 00:31:31,863 --> 00:31:34,355 I had to take the summit away from Josh. 551 00:31:36,035 --> 00:31:37,530 Yeah. 552 00:31:37,913 --> 00:31:39,492 China. The U.S. 553 00:31:41,335 --> 00:31:43,162 A situation. 554 00:31:43,630 --> 00:31:47,214 Really, any situation having to do with Taiwan. 555 00:32:00,154 --> 00:32:02,860 That. That's you. 556 00:32:03,492 --> 00:32:05,735 That's your job. 557 00:32:09,125 --> 00:32:11,498 You really got a lot of time on your hands, huh? 558 00:32:11,837 --> 00:32:14,080 You have no idea. 559 00:32:15,134 --> 00:32:17,708 But once in a while, on certain days. . . 560 00:32:17,888 --> 00:32:21,673 . . .when they take down the flag out that window at sunset. . . 561 00:32:22,978 --> 00:32:25,352 . . .you know you did something. 562 00:32:25,649 --> 00:32:27,773 And that ain't all bad. 563 00:32:34,787 --> 00:32:38,323 "Respect for the dignity of every citizen is vital to America's strength. " 564 00:32:39,711 --> 00:32:42,001 -The opening statement? -He says it in Shanghai. 565 00:32:42,173 --> 00:32:45,875 It plays when he arrives in Tiananmen. Yahlin's taking it to the ambassador. 566 00:32:46,053 --> 00:32:48,177 Thanks. Let me know. 567 00:32:49,099 --> 00:32:51,473 -Charlie! Where's my flag? -I'm working on it. 568 00:32:51,645 --> 00:32:54,481 -Charlie. -See, the GSA requires an appraisal. . . 569 00:32:54,649 --> 00:32:57,355 -. . .in accordance with the Gifts Act-- -I need that flag. 570 00:32:57,528 --> 00:32:58,988 -Yeah. -I mean, I need it now. 571 00:32:59,156 --> 00:33:02,822 I know it seemed like a little thing yesterday, but now it's a big deal. 572 00:33:02,994 --> 00:33:05,237 I need you to take care of it. If you can't. . . 573 00:33:05,415 --> 00:33:07,823 -. . .I need to put someone on it who can. -I got it. 574 00:33:16,305 --> 00:33:18,014 -Bernard. -Charles. 575 00:33:18,183 --> 00:33:21,435 Didn't they teach you that surrender is the better part of valor? 576 00:33:21,605 --> 00:33:23,479 Bernard, this is Richard Squire. 577 00:33:23,649 --> 00:33:26,272 -Hello. -And aren't you a frumpy little fellow. 578 00:33:26,445 --> 00:33:28,522 Mr. Squire is from the counsel's office. 579 00:33:28,698 --> 00:33:31,451 He's a Rhodes Scholar, he's got a law degree from Yale. . . 580 00:33:31,619 --> 00:33:33,779 . . .and I believe he's memorized the U.S. Code. 581 00:33:33,956 --> 00:33:37,042 -I get a little tripped up by Title 14. -Do you? 582 00:33:37,211 --> 00:33:40,961 Anyway, according to Mr. Squire here, the president cannot accept a gift. . . 583 00:33:41,133 --> 00:33:44,468 . . .from a foreign government if doing so would violate U.S. law. . . 584 00:33:44,680 --> 00:33:48,430 . . .establish a quid pro quo, or adversely affect the foreign relations. . . 585 00:33:48,602 --> 00:33:49,978 . . .of the United States. 586 00:33:50,146 --> 00:33:55,391 State Department Protocol Regulation 478.7355, Section B. As in bunion. 587 00:33:55,570 --> 00:33:58,858 -I wasn't aware of a Section B. -Oh, yes. 588 00:33:59,034 --> 00:34:01,526 -It's a very useful little provision. -Indeed. 589 00:34:01,704 --> 00:34:04,872 Yeah. So if you would be so kind. . . . 590 00:34:14,473 --> 00:34:18,140 A piece of cloth. A cheesy piece of fabric. 591 00:34:21,692 --> 00:34:23,151 Donna. 592 00:34:23,653 --> 00:34:25,812 Background for the briefing pack on China. 593 00:34:25,989 --> 00:34:30,071 Phone list, and more calls from the law firm of Hoynes, Hoynes and Hoynes. 594 00:34:30,246 --> 00:34:33,698 -Garment bag for the China trip. -Where'd you find it? 595 00:34:33,876 --> 00:34:37,127 You left it at a luggage repair shop after the G8 six weeks ago. 596 00:34:37,297 --> 00:34:39,255 See how you don't take care of me. 597 00:34:39,426 --> 00:34:42,000 -What's that? -A gift. I unwrapped it. 598 00:34:42,180 --> 00:34:45,016 -You unwrapped my gift? -Who knows? It could've been a bomb. 599 00:34:45,184 --> 00:34:47,177 Wanna know how many times you're mentioned? 600 00:34:47,354 --> 00:34:50,475 -Three? -Thirty-nine. 601 00:34:53,613 --> 00:34:55,690 Working hard? 602 00:34:56,575 --> 00:34:59,578 -Leo. -Careful. He's ornery today. 603 00:34:59,747 --> 00:35:03,331 -And tonight, the concert? Liberace. -Debbie, get out of here. 604 00:35:03,919 --> 00:35:07,788 -I didn't know you were coming. -I thought I'd check in on your new boss. 605 00:35:08,509 --> 00:35:11,381 -I hear you've been playing. -It's a put-up job. 606 00:35:11,555 --> 00:35:14,094 -Seems to be working. -Yeah. I damn near started. . . 607 00:35:14,268 --> 00:35:17,186 . . .World War III today. Is this the way I'll be remembered? 608 00:35:17,355 --> 00:35:19,396 Roosevelt liberated Europe from fascism. . . 609 00:35:19,567 --> 00:35:22,320 . . .Bartlet couldn't liberate a flag from his own basement. 610 00:35:22,488 --> 00:35:26,653 That was a put-up job. You knew when you took it the flap it would cause. 611 00:35:28,455 --> 00:35:30,080 Come on. 612 00:35:31,084 --> 00:35:33,955 I gotta go and put on the penguin suit. 613 00:35:34,130 --> 00:35:36,419 -Leo. -Sir. 614 00:35:44,019 --> 00:35:46,511 -When you coming back? -I've been here an hour. . . 615 00:35:46,689 --> 00:35:49,608 . . .and already I need another 30 days at Sierra Tucson. 616 00:35:49,777 --> 00:35:51,937 Yeah. Okay. 617 00:35:53,157 --> 00:35:54,735 Leo. 618 00:36:00,459 --> 00:36:01,788 Nothing. 619 00:36:12,059 --> 00:36:14,267 Sure. The book is an apology. 620 00:36:14,438 --> 00:36:19,482 To my family, and to the American people, for past mistakes. 621 00:36:19,654 --> 00:36:22,027 But it's also a statement of principles. 622 00:36:22,199 --> 00:36:26,151 A summary of where I think we are as a nation, and where we could be. 623 00:36:26,330 --> 00:36:28,324 And where is that, Mr. Vice President? 624 00:36:28,500 --> 00:36:31,502 You know, Diane, this country still faces very serious tests... 625 00:36:33,006 --> 00:36:36,009 ...both at home and abroad. Public education, health care.... 626 00:36:36,178 --> 00:36:40,177 And, yes, Diane, I would like to return to public life. 627 00:36:40,517 --> 00:36:42,760 I think I can make a contribution. 628 00:36:43,313 --> 00:36:45,306 Thank you very much, Mr. Vice President. 629 00:36:45,483 --> 00:36:48,022 -You were great. Thanks very much. -Thank you. 630 00:36:48,195 --> 00:36:50,402 And we're out. 631 00:36:51,491 --> 00:36:56,202 -Hey. What'd you think? -I think she served up softballs. 632 00:36:56,373 --> 00:37:00,836 Yeah. Yeah, it's gonna get tougher. Just as long as you're okay. 633 00:37:01,005 --> 00:37:03,676 -I'm here. -Thanks. 634 00:37:04,135 --> 00:37:08,882 Now, I've got a call to make and a meeting, but it won't take too long. 635 00:37:11,479 --> 00:37:14,267 John F. Kennedy once said, "A nation reveals itself. . . 636 00:37:14,441 --> 00:37:18,275 . . .not only by the men it produces, but also by the men it honors. " 637 00:37:18,447 --> 00:37:21,983 It isn't often that we award this medal posthumously. . . 638 00:37:22,161 --> 00:37:25,745 . . .but for the legendary Sam Cooke, we made an exception. 639 00:37:25,958 --> 00:37:29,827 And to assist us, it's my honor to introduce our surprise guest. 640 00:37:30,005 --> 00:37:33,957 A national treasure in his own right who insisted on joining us. 641 00:37:34,136 --> 00:37:37,673 I trust none of you will mind. I asked him to bring his guitar. 642 00:37:37,850 --> 00:37:42,598 Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome Mr. James Taylor. 643 00:37:57,462 --> 00:37:58,957 Thank you, Mr. President. 644 00:37:59,131 --> 00:38:02,382 I've been a Sam Cooke fan for about as long as I can remember. 645 00:38:02,552 --> 00:38:06,005 This is a classic Sam Cooke song. . . 646 00:38:06,183 --> 00:38:09,968 . . .that has echoed down the generations. 647 00:38:35,558 --> 00:38:37,137 -You have a call. -Okay. 648 00:38:37,311 --> 00:38:40,681 Make sure we get Josh's notes from the briefing with Foreign Relations. 649 00:38:40,858 --> 00:38:43,065 -Donna brought them. -Good. Who's on the phone? 650 00:38:43,236 --> 00:38:45,775 The vice president. The former vice president. 651 00:38:52,625 --> 00:38:53,656 Hello? 652 00:39:32,599 --> 00:39:34,807 -The vice president called tonight. -Russell? 653 00:39:34,978 --> 00:39:37,684 -Hoynes. -And? 654 00:39:37,857 --> 00:39:40,183 He told me to look in the index. 655 00:39:41,195 --> 00:39:43,070 You're not in it. 656 00:39:44,032 --> 00:39:45,942 Yeah. 657 00:40:09,027 --> 00:40:10,985 Thanks for coming, Josh. 658 00:40:11,155 --> 00:40:13,398 -Did you see the interview? -No. 659 00:40:13,575 --> 00:40:15,865 -Did you look at the book? -No. 660 00:40:16,037 --> 00:40:17,995 If you're gonna bust my chops-- 661 00:40:18,165 --> 00:40:20,704 I have no idea why I'm here, Mr. Vice President. 662 00:40:21,086 --> 00:40:23,044 Yes, you do. 663 00:40:23,548 --> 00:40:26,254 Now, I've done things I can never undo. 664 00:40:26,427 --> 00:40:28,836 I lost one marriage. I'm trying to save another. 665 00:40:29,014 --> 00:40:31,850 I let down my children. I've fallen off the pedestal hard. . . 666 00:40:32,728 --> 00:40:35,302 . . .and had to live with the consequences. 667 00:40:35,482 --> 00:40:40,193 But when I look around and see "Bingo" Bob Russell and Eric Baker. . . 668 00:40:41,073 --> 00:40:43,826 . . .I see plenty of reasons to stay sober. 669 00:40:44,036 --> 00:40:46,955 You think the public's gonna welcome you back with open arms? 670 00:40:47,124 --> 00:40:51,075 I'm a better person, and I'll be a better candidate than I was eight years ago. 671 00:40:51,255 --> 00:40:54,839 -You lost that race. -I lost that race when I lost you. 672 00:41:02,145 --> 00:41:04,388 You're very friendly tonight. 673 00:41:05,275 --> 00:41:08,728 Just because I can't keep my hands off you. 674 00:41:10,240 --> 00:41:12,234 What is it? 675 00:41:17,751 --> 00:41:20,290 I didn't see the flag. 676 00:41:20,714 --> 00:41:22,754 What? 677 00:41:22,925 --> 00:41:25,215 The green flag. I didn't see it. 678 00:41:27,807 --> 00:41:30,134 I couldn't tie my tie. 679 00:41:31,146 --> 00:41:34,646 I haven't been able to focus or see out of my right eye. . . 680 00:41:34,818 --> 00:41:36,645 . . .since early yesterday morning. 681 00:41:38,323 --> 00:41:41,241 I didn't see the flag. 682 00:42:05,612 --> 00:42:08,817 There's much to be done, and seven years of following isn't enough. 683 00:42:08,992 --> 00:42:10,451 It's time to start leading. 684 00:42:11,370 --> 00:42:14,990 You're never gonna be Leo McGarry to Jed Bartlet. 685 00:42:16,336 --> 00:42:18,875 But you can be Leo to me. 686 00:42:19,674 --> 00:42:22,795 I'm running for president. I want you with me. 687 00:42:25,182 --> 00:42:28,635 I want you to run my campaign.