When Benson revisits a relationship with Senator Hartford, the Senator changes her position on Clayton's commercial-development-of-state-parks bill. When Benson calls her on it, she flip-flops again and ultimately abstains.

Benson and the Governor seek advice from a conservationist in helping them pass some environmental legislation.

Benson, convinced that the question Senator Hartford has for him is ""the"" question, runs quickly to initiate a proposal.

The Governor answers an ad from a personal's column from a magazine.