Ep 8. Choose

In Boss season 1 episode 8, titled "Choose," Mayor Tom Kane faces a serious political crisis when a long-time ally changes his endorsement to his political opponent, Governor McCall Cullen. In an effort to secure his re-election, Kane tasks his campaign manager, Ezra Stone, with smearing Cullen's reputation and using any means necessary to win the election.

Meanwhile, Kane's daughter, Emma, struggles with her relationship with her abusive boyfriend and seeks solace in the arms of her ex-boyfriend, Darius. Darius, however, is still dealing with his own personal demons as he grapples with his addiction to painkillers and tries to resist the temptation to use.

At the same time, Kane's wife, Meredith, continues to push for her own political ambitions as she launches a charity event to raise money for cancer research. However, her efforts are complicated by her rocky relationship with her daughter and her husband's political troubles.

As the election draws closer, Kane becomes increasingly desperate to maintain his hold on power and resorts to extreme measures to ensure victory, even if it means compromising his own moral principles.

"Choose" is a captivating episode that delves deeper into the complex characters and political intrigue of the show. The episode builds tension as the stakes grow higher, culminating in a gripping finale that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats. Through its nuanced portrayal of power and corruption, Boss continues to be a compelling drama that explores the dark underbelly of politics.