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The Facts of Life•Season 7•Episode 21

The Candidate

6.5/10 · 62 votesMar 1, 1986

Ranked #24 of 24 in Season 7•−0.8 vs season avg

Natalie is furious with the mayor during an election when she learns he plans to build an amusement park. This prompts Natalie to consider running for mayor herself.

Written byMichael Maurer

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Charlotte Rae

Charlotte Rae

Edna Garrett

Lisa Whelchel

Lisa Whelchel

Blair Warner

Kim Fields

Kim Fields

Tootie Ramsey

Mindy Cohn

Mindy Cohn

Natalie Green

Nancy McKeon

Nancy McKeon

Joanne Jo Polniaczek

Mackenzie Astin

Mackenzie Astin

Andy Moffett

George Clooney

George Clooney

George Burnett

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Michael Maurer

Writer

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Episode Summary

"The Candidate" is episode 21 of The Facts of Life season 7. It scored 6.5/10 from 62 votes, ranking #24 of 24 episodes this season (season average 7.3). Written by Michael Maurer, it aired on March 1, 1986.

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