“So, where are we?” – Leo

Leo

So, where are we?

Tomorrow's New York Times CNN poll has his approval rating up to 76%.

Leo

And in ten days?

His numbers are gonna crater. Not level off, crater, like a failed Mars probe. Today it's, "He lost his daughter. What a shame. We're pulling for him." and in two weeks, it'll be, "I don't want a President I have to pull for."

Leo

He did what was constitutionally appropriate. He upheld his oath.

If you want a constitutional debate, you should call the Dean of Columbia Law. Our guy quit when things got tough. Josh must be going nuts.

Leo

He thinks we need to put a poll in the field.

The White House can't be caught putting a poll in the field. [pause] Okay. I'll call you when it's done. We need photos, Bartlet on the phone with world leaders, conferring with military advisors, looking resolute.

Leo

He won't do it.

You've been a good friend to him, Leo, but you have other responsibilities. The people need to believe that when he comes back, he'll be able to govern effectively, even if he can't secure the safety of his own family. They need to know he's willing to sacrifice his own child's life for his country.

Leo

Would you be?

I wasn't stupid enough to run for President.