Episode 1: Run Clay, Run!
2015-04-0743 min
Aiken begins his run with hopes of being the South's first openly gay congressman but a shocking twist sends him into a tough general election against the incumbent Republican candidate.
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The Runner-Up Season 1 — Episodes and Where to Watch
4 episodes · first aired 2015-04-07
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Episode 2: Go for the Jugular!
2015-04-1443 min
Clay wins a razor-thin primary victory but faces new challenges in the general election. He argues with his team when they want him to run a negative campaign and, desperately short of cash, he holds fund-raisers with "American Idol" winners Ruben Studdard and Fantasia. Clay also prepares for a televised debate.
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Episode 3: Into the Belly of the Beast
2015-04-2143 min
Clay gets to within striking distance of his Republican opponent, but his lack of finances forces him to venture into dangerous Tea Party territory. As Election Day looms, Clay creates a firestorm with his position on same-sex marriage.
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Episode 4: I Approve This Message
2015-04-2843 min
The series concludes with Clay agreeing to go negative in his campaign after a heated discussion with his staff, but the move backfires.
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