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Keaton

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Keaton holds the rank of Secretary in the Bartlet administration and joins high-profile Democrats at Senator Howard Stackhouse's headquarters to press for an endorsement on needle exchange funding and campaign timing. Josh Lyman names Keaton alongside Secretary Jason Weaver, Senators Jackson and White, and Congressman Baxley as key figures applying pressure on the independent-minded senator. Keaton's presence bolsters the coalition's effort to align Stackhouse with administration priorities during his presidential challenge, highlighting cabinet-level commitment to party unity and strategic maneuvering.

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Keaton's Journey

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S4E4 · The Red Mass

Endorsement Standoff at Stackhouse Headquarters

Implicitly supportive; his mention is meant to increase the weight of the ask though his personal feelings are not shown.

Keaton is invoked by Josh as one of the cabinet-level surrogates; he is present by reference to bolster pressure though he does not speak in the scene.

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S4E4 · The Red Mass

Josh Steps Out to Watch the Stackhouse Pressure Session

Supportive but restrained — present to add weight and signal cabinet concern without directly intervening in the exchange.

Keaton is named among the cabinet-level attendees Josh brought; their inclusion bolsters the sense of institutional pressure even if no lines are spoken here.

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