Ep 7. The Indians in the Lobby

The West Wing season 3 episode 7, titled The Indians in the Lobby, opens with a group of Native American leaders from various tribes protesting in the lobby of the White House. They are demanding a meeting with President Bartlet to discuss their treaty rights and the government's encroachment on their lands.

Meanwhile, Toby is dealing with a different kind of problem - his ex-wife is in town with their newborn twins. He juggles his work and personal life, trying to be there for his children while also handling his duties as White House Communications Director.

Back to the Native American leaders, Deputy Chief of Staff Josh is tasked with handling the situation. He tries to convince them to meet with the Department of the Interior instead of the President, but they refuse and continue their protest.

CJ, the White House Press Secretary, is dealing with her own crisis as well. A reporter from a conservative news outlet has dug up an old video clip of her making a joke about the President during her time as a local news anchor. The clip is spreading fast and threatens to damage the administration's reputation.

As the episode progresses, tensions continue to rise both in the White House and in the lobby. Eventually, President Bartlet meets with the Native American leaders and the Department of the Interior agrees to work with them on their issues. Toby also successfully balances his personal and professional life, and CJ is able to handle the fallout from the video clip and spin it in a positive way for the administration.

Overall, The Indians in the Lobby is an episode that tackles important issues such as indigenous rights and the delicate balancing act of personal and professional life. The writers do an excellent job of highlighting the complexities of these issues while also incorporating the trademark wit and humor of the show.