East Asia Paper

The East Asia paper occupies Josh's desk in the bullpen during late-night staff exchanges. Donna references it among pending tasks when asking permission to leave early for a date with Commander Jack Reese. Josh approves without touching it, her personal time overriding immediate work. Slightly crumpled from handling, it embodies routine policy demands in the White House grind.

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S4E10 · Arctic Radar

Star Trek Holiday — Janice's Taunt, Josh's Diffuse

The East Asia paper is mentioned by Donna as another completed item; it reinforces that substantive policy work is covered so Josh can approve her departure—a prop that anchors her professionalism amid personal conversation.

Before: On Josh's desk, slightly handled but ready to be referenced.

After: Remains on Josh's desk for staff to access in Donna's absence.

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S4E10 · Arctic Radar

Permission and Play: Donna's Night Out, Josh's Light Touch

The East Asia paper is cited by Donna alongside the CBO reports to demonstrate that essential materials are in order; its mention reinforces her professionalism and removes friction from Josh granting leave.

Before: On Josh's desk, slightly crumpled from handling but available.

After: Left on Josh's desk, still in place after Donna exits.

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