Parks and Recreation season 4 episode 17 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Leslie Knope faces a challenging city council campaign, trailing behind Bobby Newport. Her success is largely attributed to her campaign manager, Ben Wyatt. To win over the senior vote, Leslie pitches "Ramp Up Pawnee," aimed at improving wheelchair accessibility. Meanwhile, the Parks department, led by Ron Swanson, struggles with Leslie's potential absence and works on a water fountain hygiene project. Leslie's campaign faces a setback when Bobby Newport's skilled campaign manager, Jennifer Barkley, introduces a competing plan with electric lifts, endorsed by influential senior Ned Jones. Despite feeling outmaneuvered by Jennifer's tactics, Leslie and Ben continue to search for strategies to reclaim their position in the campaign.
Full Episode S04E17 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the host of "The Final Word with Perd"?
Perderick L. Hapley.
What issue is Leslie Knope facing in her campaign?
She is 15 points behind Bobby Newport in the city council campaign.
Who is credited with the success of Leslie's campaign?
Ben Wyatt, her campaign manager.
What is Leslie's plan for seniors in Pawnee?
The "Ramp Up Pawnee" initiative, focusing on wheelchair accessibility.
Who is Bobby Newport's campaign manager?
Jennifer Barkley.
What is Jennifer Barkley's reputation?
She is a skilled and well-connected Washington hotshot.
What is the key demographic for winning the city council campaign?
Senior citizens.
Who endorses Bobby Newport's plan over Leslie's?
Ned Jones, the president of Pawnee Seniors United.
What does Jennifer Barkley propose instead of ramps?
An electric lift on every outdoor staircase in town.
How does the Parks department solve the water fountain hygiene problem?
By removing the splash guard to prevent people from putting their mouths on the spout.
What advice does Jennifer Barkley give Leslie?
To come up with a better idea than the electric lifts.
What role does April Ludgate take on in the Parks department?
She steps up to take over some of Leslie's responsibilities.
What is the outcome of Leslie's appearance on "The Final Word with Perd"?
Jennifer Barkley outmaneuvers Leslie, making her look bad on the show.
How does Ron Swanson feel about hiring a deputy director?
He is opposed to it and wants to keep the department small and ineffective.
What is Leslie Knope's initial reaction to meeting Jennifer Barkley?
She is angry and accuses Jennifer of stealing her ramp idea.