Character

Oval Office Operator

professional attentive efficient dutiful

The Oval Office Operator responds promptly to President Bartlet's late-night call amid his reflections on toy soldiers and real troops. She acknowledges with 'Yes, Mr. President?' and connects him to Leo McGarry, replying 'Right away, sir.' Her attentive professionalism ensures seamless communication during key moments, facilitating the administration's shift from contemplation to decision-making on military matters.

2 appearances

Also known as: Woman

Oval Office …'s Journey

A timeline through the narrative

2 moments

S4E15 · Inauguration Part II: Over There

Wooden Soldiers, Real Consequences

Calm, focused, unobtrusive — professional composure under the weight of the call.

Answers the President's call promptly with 'Yes, Mr. President?' and immediately prepares to connect him to Leo McGarry, performing the small procedural act that converts the President's private decision into …

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S4E15 · Inauguration Part II: Over There

The Wooden Soldiers Decision

Calm, professional focus; operating as an unobtrusive conduit for presidential intent.

The Oval Office Operator answers Bartlet's line with professional brevity—'Yes, Mr. President?'—and immediately routes his request for Leo, facilitating the administrative step that follows his private decision.

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