6. The Art of War — Episode — The Good Wife

6. The Art of War

When a female military officer accuses a civilian contractor of attempting to rape her in Afghanistan, Alicia tries to prove that he is not protected by a law prohibiting servicemen from suing the military. Meanwhile, a surprising new obstacle appears in Peter's quest for the governorship.

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Alicia is asked by military court judge Kuhn to represent military lawyer Laura Hellinger ( Amanda Peet ) as she brings suit against a military contractor employee in civil court for attempting to rape her. Peter hires a new caretaker for his aging mother, Jackie, after she has fired several others. Maddie Hayward announces she intends to run for governor against Peter. The firm's trustee begins adopting Steve Jobs ' management style.

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