Episode 20
The Debate
Leslie goes toe-to-toe with Bobby Newport in a debate. Ann, Tom, and Chris work in the media spin room, while Ron goes the extra mile to save a party for Leslie's donors.
All Episodes
Episode 1
I'm Leslie Knope
September 22, 2011
Leslie is torn between Ben and her dreams of running for public office, while Ron braces himself for the arrival of his first wife, the original Tammy.
Episode 2
Ron and Tammys
September 29, 2011
Ron's first ex-wife, Tammy One, reenters his life and tries to control his every move. Meanwhile, Ben helps Tom balance the books at his new company, and Ann makes a PSA, with help from Chris.
Episode 3
Born and Raised
October 6, 2011
Leslie's book about Pawnee comes out just in time for her campaign. Ann tries to bond with Ron and April.
Episode 4
Pawnee Rangers
October 13, 2011
Ron takes his boys-only troop of Pawnee Rangers into the wild. Not wanting the girls to feel left out, Leslie also takes her troop of Pawnee Goddesses on an adventure weekend. Meanwhile, a reluctant Ben joins Tom and Donna for a day of relaxation, and Chris spends some time with Jerry.
Episode 5
Meet 'n' Greet
October 27, 2011
Andy and April host a Halloween bash at their house. Tom emcees an event for Leslie's campaign. Andy and April receive an unusual wedding present from Ron and Ann.
Episode 6
End of the World
November 3, 2011
A local Pawnee group predicts the end of days, causing chaos in the Parks department.
Episode 7
The Treaty
November 10, 2011
Leslie enlists the help of Ben, Andy and April to host a Model U.N. for Pawnee Central High School. Chris asks Ann for her advice on love when a date cancels on him. Meanwhile, Ron struggles to find a replacement for Tom.
Episode 8
Smallest Park
November 17, 2011
Leslie uses her new tourist attraction as a way to spend more time with Ben. Meanwhile, Ron and April encourage Andy to go to college, and Chris tasks Tom and Jerry with revamping the Parks and Rec logo.
Episode 9
The Trial of Leslie Knope
December 1, 2011
Leslie has to face an ethics committee about her secret relationship with Ben after they come clean to Chris.
Episode 10
Citizen Knope
December 8, 2011
Unable to get work done from inside the Parks Department, Leslie forms a citizen action group and fights from the outside. Meanwhile, everyone in the office brainstorms ideas for what to get Leslie for Christmas.
Episode 11
The Comeback Kid
January 12, 2012
Leslie enlists everyone's help in staging an attention-getting event. Ben takes up a new hobby, while April and Andy adopt a pet.
Episode 12
Campaign Ad
January 19, 2012
Faced with a tough new opponent, Leslie and Ben disagree on the content of her first campaign ad. Ron is very uncomfortable when Chris tries to befriend him, while Andy and April make a trip to the doctor.
Episode 13
Bowling for Votes
January 26, 2012
Leslie and Ben host a bowling night after receiving feedback about Leslie's campaign. April, Chris, and Jerry hold a competition to see who can raise the most funds.
Episode 14
Operation Ann
February 2, 2012
Leslie works to find Ann a Valentine's date. Ron helps Ben with a scavenger hunt, and Chris becomes depressed over his love life.
Episode 15
Dave Returns
February 16, 2012
While trying to get an endorsement from the Chief of Police, Leslie and Ben awkwardly run into Leslie's old flame, Dave. Meanwhile, Andy and the rest of the office work on a theme song for Leslie's campaign.
Episode 16
Sweet Sixteen
February 23, 2012
Leslie realizes that the department has forgotten Jerry's birthday and decides to throw a party for him at a special location. Meanwhile, Tom is flabbergasted when he finds out Ann doesn't share his taste in music.
Episode 17
Campaign Shake-Up
March 1, 2012
Leslie and Ben are caught off guard when her opponent Bobby Newport hires a powerful campaign manager from Washington. Chris forces Ron to start interviewing replacements for Leslie when work starts falling through the cracks, and an unlikely officemate solves a challenging problem.
Episode 18
Lucky
March 8, 2012
Leslie and Ben are thrilled when Buddy Wood wants to interview Leslie for his Indianapolis talkshow. April and Ron prep Andy for his final exam in his Women's Studies course.
Episode 19
Live Ammo
April 19, 2012
Leslie discovers that the Parks Department budget is about to be cut, and she later meets the City Council member she is running to replace. Chris and Ron visit a meditation center.
Episode 20
The Debate
April 26, 2012
Leslie goes toe-to-toe with Bobby Newport in a debate. Ann, Tom, and Chris work in the media spin room, while Ron goes the extra mile to save a party for Leslie's donors.
Episode 21
Bus Tour
May 3, 2012
An important person in Pawnee dies while Leslie is on a bus tour for the final day of her campaign. Meanwhile Andy investigates a security threat, and Chris finds a cure for his depression.
Episode 22
Win, Lose, or Draw
May 10, 2012
It's election day in Pawnee, and Leslie and Bobby Newport are separated by a razor-thin margin. While everyone waits with Leslie for the race to be called, they ponder their futures, and their new opportunities.