Sam's Recommendation Packet (typed multi‑page recommendation — S1E14 'Take This Sabbath Day')

A compact stack of letter‑size pages—typed bullets and short paragraphs with margin annotations in blue and black ink—softened at the edges from handling and bearing a few folded corners. The packet sits on Sam's desk as a visible recommendation intended for the President: characters glance at it, Sam references its lines while arguing, and its presence anchors the room's debate. In the hallway/Roosevelt Room sequence staffers (Josh, Toby, Sam) treat the packet as the artefact to be forwarded; military and congressional interlocutors (Major Tate, Major Thompson) dismiss its tactical viability, leaving the document's political fate unresolved.

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S1E14 · Take This Sabbath Day

Sam Confronts Leo — 'He's Done'

Sam refers to and gestures with a packet of notes — assembled as a structured argument and list of comparative countries — attempting to convert data into moral leverage. The notes serve as his tangible case and the visible symbol of staff preparedness (or lack of it).

Before: In Sam's possession, compiled and ready to present; a handheld briefing packet he uses to cite countries and arguments.

After: Remains with Sam as the confrontation ends; the packet's persuasive power is neutralized by Leo's declaration that action is impossible.

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S1E14 · Take This Sabbath Day

Leo’s Finality — “He’s Done” and a Quiet Confession

Sam invokes and offers his briefing notes as the basis for a last-minute argument — the physical artifact that represents preparation, facts, and a tactical plan. It functions as Sam's proof that he has a structured appeal to present and as a symbol of staff initiative against procedural entropy.

Before: In Sam's possession, prepared and referenced as assembled briefing material.

After: Remains with Sam (unused in this scene) after Leo bars access and the confrontation carries the staff away into the hallway.

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