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The Runner-Up

Season 1 Episode 2: Go for the Jugular

In the next episode, Clay Aiken, a congressional candidate, prepares for a general election following a narrow primary victory. As he navigates the campaign trail, he must weigh the pros and cons of employing negative tactics and contend with a significant funding gap.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Run, Clay, Run!

1. Run, Clay, Run!

Aired: Apr 7, 2015

Clay Aiken, a renowned American Idol alum, is poised to make history by poten...

Episode 2 Go for the Jugular

2. Go for the Jugular

Aired: Apr 14, 2015

In the next episode, Clay Aiken, a congressional candidate, prepares for a ge...

Episode 3 Into the Belly of the Beast

3. Into the Belly of the Beast

Aired: Apr 21, 2015

The next episode will see Clay's debating skills put to the test as he faces ...

Episode 4 I Approve This Message

4. I Approve This Message

Aired: Apr 28, 2015

Clay's campaign takes a sharp turn for the worse when he adopts a negative to...

Creators

Simon ChinnCreator

Jonathan Chinn

Jonathan ChinnCreator

Info about The Runner-Up

Current Status: Ended

Network: Esquire Network

Production Country: United States

Genres:Documentary