Character

Flint Aldridge

conservative polemical outspoken

Flint Aldridge operates as a Southern Baptist radio host who seizes on First Lady Abbey Bartlet's 'I'm just a wife and mother' remark to broadcast accusations of liberal elitism and feminism. C.J. cites his commentary aboard Air Force One, where it fuels campaign damage control amid market drops and tight polls. His words sharpen partisan attacks, positioning him as a voice amplifying conservative critiques of the administration during high-stakes political moments.

2 appearances

Flint Aldridge's Journey

A timeline through the narrative

2 moments

S4E1 · 20 Hours in America Part I

Confession at Cruise Altitude — Memory, Missteps and Market Shock

Not present; implied indignation and interpretive aggression via C.J.'s paraphrase.

Referenced as the voice on Southern Baptist radio interpreting the First Lady's remark as evidence of elitism; part of the coalition amplifying the controversy.

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S4E1 · 20 Hours in America Part I

Market Shock, First Lady Fallout, Descent to Andrews

Critical and opportunistic (as quoted).

Mentioned as the voice (Flint Aldridge) framing the First Lady's line as evidence of elitist feminism—provides a conservative amplification that heightens PR urgency.

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