HOUSE OF CARDS: Series15
Episode 2(14:25--15:35)
F: It’s not that big a deal if I get left out, but you’re the secretary of state. I mean, Tusk should not be determining policy.
The president alone should instruct you on what you are to pursue.
C: What’s their relationship?
F: He’s has had his ear for years.
C: An advisor,,,
F: More of a mentor. And one whose advice is not easily dismissed. He’s gonna keep pushing back on cyberwarfare.
C: Not if I get it on the agenda.
F: No. Especially if you get it on the agenda. Tusk is not gonna take any chances when the next Joint Commission talks come around.
C: You agreed with him in the meeting.
F: If we had ganged up, he would’ve taken a firmer position.
For all we know, hi’s convincing the president right now to change his mind. Now, we need to remove that option as a possibility.
C: How?
F: Force the Chinese to confront the issue now, this round of talks.
C: I promised the president a soft touch. I can’t intentionally break my promise.
F: What if it was unintentional?
Cathy, if you don’t like how the table is set, turn over the table.