S5E21
Swing Vote
⚠ Spoiler alert This recap gives away what happens in this episode.
Episode Summary & Review
Summary
Leslie gets upset when Ron submits budget cut proposals getting rid of the local mini golf course. Andy and Ben celebrate a big donation made to their charity, while, Ann helps Tom with his girlfriend troubles.
Our Take
A middling episode that splits its energy three ways and never quite lands a strong central joke. Ron and Leslie’s budget fight has its moments, mostly thanks to Offerman’s deadpan commitment, but the charity subplot feels like filler. Ann playing relationship coach for Tom is sweet if predictable. Fine for completists, but there are funnier ways to spend 22 minutes this season.