Ep 6. Dick the Vote

In 3rd Rock from the Sun season 2 episode 6 entitled "Dick the Vote", the Solomons become embroiled in local politics as Dick decides to run for the position of city councilman in Rutherford. The episode opens with Dick and Harry watching a televised public meeting discussing the need for heightened security at the local hospital. Dick is irked by the poor leadership and dismissive attitude of the current councilman, Councilman Osgood, and decides on the spot to run for office.

Meanwhile, Sally is still struggling to understand human emotions and behavior. She decides to start a "book of emotions" to help her better understand and relate to others. Tommy, on the other hand, is busy trying to impress an artsy girl at school named Crystal, whom he's convinced he has fallen for head over heels despite only having just recently met her. Mary, meanwhile, is thrown into the role of Dick's campaign manager, much to Dick's chagrin.

As the campaign heats up, the Solomons quickly discover that Rutherford politics are dirty business. The current councilman, Osgood, is desperate to hold onto his position and isn't above using sneaky tactics to keep it. When Dick decides to run on a platform of increased security measures, Osgood begins spreading rumors that Rutherford is already safe and that Dick's proposal is a waste of taxpayer money.

Things get increasingly dirty when Osgood hires a young, slick campaign manager to dig up dirt on Dick and discredit him in the eyes of the public. Meanwhile, Mary struggles to help Dick overcome his own awkwardness and connect with potential voters. Sally, determined to prove her usefulness, sets out to investigate Osgood and his shady dealings, despite Harry's warnings that it could be dangerous.

As the election draws closer, things come to a head when Osgood's manager leaks a fake story to the press about Dick being caught on camera stealing from a convenience store. With his credibility in jeopardy and his public image in ruins, it seems like all is lost for the Solomons. But true to form, they come up with a cunning plan to turn the tide in their favor.

In the end, the election results are revealed, and the Solomons are ecstatic to learn that Dick has won the race for city councilman by a landslide. Despite their initial resistance to the whole affair, they all come to realize how much they've learned about human politics and emotions. Sally finally understands the importance of trusting and connecting with others, Tommy realizes the importance of being true to oneself, and even Harry, who's been largely indifferent to the whole thing, learns a valuable lesson about the corrupting influence of power.

With its blend of sharp comedy and clever social commentary, "Dick the Vote" is a standout episode of 3rd Rock from the Sun, and a must-watch for anyone interested in the antics of this quirky and lovable alien family.