He betrays a sexual partner, blackmails a politician, lies to his wife, and rebuffs Tims affection.
To address this challenge, I expanded Tims belief system beyond McCarthys anti-communism cause.
Tim wants to do something good in the world.
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Hawk believes in pleasure and survival.
Tim believes in sacrifice and serving a higher purpose.
I believed it was important and good drama to include characters of color.
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In the pilot, I introduce Marcus and Frankie, created for the show and inspired by historical figures.
What does Hawk really care about?
How will Tim reconcile his faith with his passion for Hawk?
What does Lucy know about Hawks secret life?
How will Marcus survive in a racist world with the odds stacked against him?
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