Scene III. Washington, D.C. the White House.

[Enter Pat, Julie, Tricia, and attendants.]
Pat. When thy father awakens, greet him joyfully
for today’s breakfast shall be a feast of victory.
And here within these four white walls we’ll still
a happy family stay, four more years.
Julie. ‘Twas not yesterday a sweeping victory? 5
All states, save for Massachusetts, go for
my father in landslide proportions.
Tricia. He will be happy this morning, aye.
Happy four more years, to say nothing
of eight thereafter if Spiro comes through. 10
[Flourish. Enter Richard and Secret Service Agents.]
Pat. Ah, happy hubby. Congratulations!
Richard. Let me make one thing perfectly clear…
Once again, I am the President!
[They laugh.]
Julie. Oh, father, such a card. You sound just like
those Hollywood impersonators. 15
[Enter Ron Ziegler.]
Here comes Ronald. ‘Tis time your day began.
Adieu, dear father, and don’t work too hard today.
[Exeunt Julie, Tricia, and attendants.]
Pat. The nation’s praise is well deserved.
Happy times shall this nation have whilst thou
chart our country’s course. 20
[Exit Pat.]
Ziegler. What news, Mr. President, shall I
give to the Nation?
Richard. Tell them “Thanks.” The great silent majority
has spoken. They approve me in whole heart
And tell them they shall have four more years 25
of the same guidance, same dedication,
same service from me.
Ziegler. A good notion. ‘Tis a glorious morning for us.
Richard. A good morning for the Party Republican.
Ziegler. And those conservative Democrats who 30
supported you on yesterday’s election.
[Exeunt.]