Sixteen years ago, Jack Tanner's bid for the White House ended at the 1988 Democratic convention. Now the former congressman is the subject of a documentary film directed by his daughter Alex, focusing on the toll paid by failed contenders.
Writer: Garry Trudeau
Air date: 2004-10-05
Runtime: 58 min
Overview: Presidential candidate Jack Tanner interacts with American voters and has his campaign commercial viewed by a focus group.
Writer: Garry Trudeau
Air date: 2004-10-12
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Tanner and his staff visit Nashville as interest in his campaign increases.
Writer: Garry Trudeau
Air date: 2004-10-19
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Tanner and Alex try to cope with Secret Service protection.
Writer: Garry Trudeau
Air date: 2004-10-26
Runtime: 29 min
