Ep 15. Dead Irish Writers

The West Wing season 3 episode 15 is titled Dead Irish Writers. In this episode, President Bartlet is faced with a tough decision when the Irish-American community protests against the burial of a former British spy at Arlington Cemetery. The President must weigh the political implications of allowing the burial to proceed against the diplomatic consequences if he denies it.

Meanwhile, Toby and Josh are tasked with finding a suitable replacement for a recently deceased Supreme Court Justice. Their search takes them to a list of potential nominees, which includes a controversial judge with a checkered past. As they narrow down their choices, Toby and Josh must also navigate the politics behind the nomination process and ensure that their pick will be viewed as a fair and successful selection.

Elsewhere in the White House, CJ must handle a crisis when a group of environmental activists sneak into a secure government facility to stage a protest against nuclear waste. As she tries to keep the situation under control, CJ must also fend off criticism from the press and the public who view the administration's handling of the issue as inadequate.

As the episode progresses, tensions rise across all fronts, forcing the President and his staff to make difficult decisions that will determine the future of their administration. Dead Irish Writers is a riveting and intense episode that showcases the intricacies and complexities of American politics, and the moral dilemmas faced by those in power.