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Cagney & Lacey (1982)

S1E6 Better Than Equal

Apr 29, 1982 Season 1 Episode 6 Crime, Drama

C&L find themselves tasked with providing protection for a feminist figure, but instead of a Gloria Steinem-like advocate, they are assigned to someone more akin to Phyllis Schlafly. The episode sparked considerable debate, leading several networks to choose not to air it.