The only thing that caught our interest last night (9/24) was the season premiere of WEST WING. Picking up on a few hours after the end of last season's closing, Pres. Bartlett finds himself helpless as he has turned over the reigns of government to the Republican Speaker of the House (played nicely by John Goodman). The acting Prez is far different in temperment and manner from the ultra-liberal Bartlett, so the White House staff isn't very comfortable.

Things do look pretty grim for First Daughter Zoey, now in the hands of kidnappers. The Bartlett approved assassination of a foreign head-of-state and known terrorist has become public knowledge and events are happening fast.

A bit heavy handed this time around, but not really the place for anything other than that considering the plot. Everyone is good, even in the smallest roles, but that's what fans have come to expect. Not really sure how this will turn out, but have my fingers crossed that Zoey will be rescued at the last minute. Plans for later in the season seem to be the introduction of a new VP for the Bartlet administration, and I expect worsening health for the Prez.

ER is the show of choice for tonight, but we may have time to check out some other shows.