Episode 5 of the Superb Series: "Unite or Die"
Episode 5 shows John Adams as our first vice president in a job later termed no better than "a pitcher of warm spit" by the late house speaker Tip O'Neill. Political infighting in Congress and the struggle to enact the Jay Treaty with Britain precede Adams' inauguration as our second president. He and Abigail move into the desolate, plundered executive mansion--hardly the comfort and splendor that await modern presidents in the White House. Outstanding performances by Paul Giamatti and Laura Linney and a stellar cast bring this pivotal episode to life. Bring your love of history (and your U.S. history students) and enjoy!
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