The West Wing - Season 6 Guide

Season 6 introduced several significant characters who reshaped the show's dynamic:

: A former feature writer who joins the White House staff as Deputy Press Secretary to assist Toby Ziegler. The West Wing - Season 6

: The season opens with President Bartlet attempting to broker peace between Israel and Palestine. This creates a historic rift between Bartlet and his Chief of Staff, Leo McGarry, who believes the mission is a mistake. The West Wing - Season 6

: Frustrated with the lack of viable Democratic candidates, Josh Lyman leaves the White House to run the dark-horse presidential campaign of Texas Congressman Matt Santos . The West Wing - Season 6

: Deepening her role from the previous season, the Deputy National Security Advisor becomes a central figure in international crises. Reception and Style