Ep 14. The Wall

In Parks & Recreation season 6 episode 14, titled "The Wall," the Pawnee Parks Department finds themselves divided over a mural. The mural in question is a 35-year-old piece of artwork, painted by a controversial artist named Thorp Jenson, that depicts a local Native American tribe. While some members of the department, including Ben and April, see the mural as a valuable piece of history and art, others, like Donna, feel that it is culturally insensitive and offensive.

The debate over the mural becomes heated when a group of Native American activists come to Pawnee to protest it. Leslie, who is torn between her personal views and her duties as a Parks Department employee, throws herself into finding a solution to the controversy. She meets with both sides of the argument, listens to their stories and their perspectives, and tries to find a compromise that satisfies both the Native American community and the Parks Department.

Meanwhile, Ron is dealing with his own workplace drama. His ex-wife Tammy II, who is now working at the National Parks Department, makes an unexpected visit to Pawnee. Ron is determined to avoid her at all costs, but with the help of his assistant, April, he ends up confronting her in a hilarious showdown.

As the episode progresses, tensions rise and tempers flare over the mural debate. Leslie tries every tactic she can think of, including organizing a public forum and reaching out to local leaders, to find a solution. But it seems like there is no easy fix.

Ultimately, "The Wall" is an episode about the complexity of cultural sensitivity and the difficulty of finding a solution that works for everyone. It's a reminder that even in a small town like Pawnee, there are complex issues that require careful consideration and compassion.