Borgen - Power & Glory Season 1 Episode 7 Just make it go away
- March 25, 2022
In Borgen - Power & Glory season 1 episode 7, titled "Just make it go away," Denmark is shaken by a scandal surrounding a public official's use of a private jet. The story hits the press and puts Prime Minister Birgitte Nyborg in a difficult position. She must navigate the political fallout and manage the public perception of the situation.
At the same time, Birgitte is dealing with an ongoing conflict within her own party. In particular, Member of Parliament (MP) Jacob Kruse is causing problems and challenging her authority. Despite her best efforts to keep the peace, tensions escalate, and Birgitte must make difficult decisions to keep her party together.
In addition to these challenges, Birgitte is dealing with personal struggles. Her ex-husband Philipp is still in love with her, and she is questioning her own feelings for him. This tension is compounded by the fact that Philipp is also dating a younger woman who happens to be the daughter of Birgitte's close friend and colleague, Katrine.
As the episode progresses, Birgitte works tirelessly to manage the scandal and avoid any more damage to her party and her government. She seeks the advice of her advisors, including the sharp-tongued spin doctor Kasper, and tries to craft a response that will satisfy the public and quell the controversy.
Meanwhile, Jacob Kruse continues to make trouble, and Birgitte must confront him directly. She is forced to take a hard line with him, but also recognizes that his issues may have roots deeper than just a simple disagreement over policy. She tries to find a way to address his concerns and bring him back into the fold.
Throughout the episode, Birgitte displays her trademark quick thinking, strategic prowess, and political savvy. She shows her ability to manage multiple challenges at once, while also facing personal struggles that threaten to throw her off balance.
By the end of the episode, Birgitte has made progress on several fronts. The scandal has subsided somewhat, and she has taken steps to deal with Jacob Kruse and the trouble he has been causing. However, the personal issues in her life remain unresolved, and it is unclear what direction she will take in regards to her ex-husband and her own feelings.
Overall, "Just make it go away" is a tense and engaging episode of Borgen - Power & Glory. It highlights the challenges of leadership in the face of controversy and shows the human side of politics, with characters struggling to manage their personal lives even as they try to run a country.
