West Wing
West Wing

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Casper says that at 3:17 AM, they received what they believe to be a genuine note from Zoey's abductors, demanding the release of three convicted terrorists being held in Pakistan, and the immediate removal of all American forces from Qumar and Saudi Arabia. He adds that they're issuing a BOLO for five individuals last seen in Portland who are wanted for questioning in connection with potential terrorist activities: "They are Yemeni nationals Faruk Salam and Ammat Badir; Tanji Nassaliw and Masood Sheikh Kadallah, both Saudis; and..."Danny glances in C.J.'s direction, but she's not looking at him. It sounds like Casper says "Reginald Saeed," but we cut...

...to Josh and Will, watching in what might be the Roosevelt Room, although the dark orangey-red lighting makes it look more like a nightclub or a fashion show. Josh says, "I'm guessing burqa sales are going to take a little dip this afternoon." What? That's not funny. It doesn't even make sense. God, if people are going to make dumb, reactionary comments, try to at least make them funny. And I'd like it even better if the characters making dumb, reactionary comments weren't the ones we're supposed to admire and respect, but you know, what's the point of yowling for the moon when you can't even get a tallow candle? Will says he's working on remarks for Walken's address to the nation. Donna apologizes for whatever food she's brought up. Josh regards some food product with disdain: "Oatmeal carrot granola?" Probably a muffin. He tosses it aside. Donna asks Toby if Ginger found him. Donna says Andi called and wants Toby to call her at the hospital and check in. Josh asks how the twins are. Having to spend the first twenty-four hours of his children's lives focused on the kidnapping of someone else's daughter should do wonders for Toby's general outlook on life. Toby says they're fine. Josh: "Any photos yet?" Toby: "No. Something came up at work."

West Wing

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