The Caliphate has been able to mount an effective online campaign demonizing Barry and calling for action against him and his government. Beyond the broader task of neutralizing the message and planning how to dismantle the Caliphate more decisively, Barry decides to enact a measure to deal with a symptom of the campaign to protect the Abuddin populace: ban unsanctioned public prayer places, which have been targets for individuals radicalized by the Caliphate. This decision provides fodder for some of Barry's political opponents. In light of what looked to be Molly's suicide attempt, there is an around-the-clock watch on her. She comes to a decision if she truly wants to live or die. Sammy receives some harsh but friendly advice about his own actions. With regard to the upcoming election, the candidates react to the first opinion poll released. Leila feels that Daliyah is working against her in summoning her to appear before the Truth & Dignity Commission. Lelia receives further advice about what her longer term political plans should be, that advice which includes what she should do about her professional and personal relationship with Cogswell. And Ahmed, upon news of his true parentage, wants to be more involved in Sammy and Barry's lives in all its aspects.
—Huggo