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Frontline S30E21 — The Choice 2012
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Frontline•Season 30•Episode 21

The Choice 2012

7.8/10 · 27 votesOct 9, 2012114 min

Ranked #9 of 21 in Season 30•+0.2 vs season avg

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A journey into the places, people, and decisive moments that made the men who are competing for the presidency. Hundreds of hours of research and dozens of original interviews reveal new details and fresh insights about the two candidates — and our choice this November.

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Episode Summary

"The Choice 2012" is episode 21 of Frontline season 30. It scored 7.8/10 from 27 votes, ranking #9 of 21 episodes this season (season average 7.6). It aired on October 9, 2012.

Next: E22 · Climate of DoubtBest of Season 30