King Shahdov is introduced to Rupert, a young boy who is an editor of the school magazine. Rupert goes off on a rant about political power and freedom. He claims that politics antagonize the people and that passports and monopolies place restrictions on individuals. He advocates for democratic values.

During an essay contest, Lisa Simpson shares an impassioned speech about corruption in the United States government. The events that follow suggest the opposite: that the government is fighting corruption and serving the people. By contrast, another contestant shares his perspective of America as a land of opportunity for his immigrant family.

In an address to Parliament, King Charles II conveys clearly that the next heir to the throne is the Duke of York. He states that the Duke being the heir is a right ordained by God and considers anyone who denies that truth an enemy. At the end of his speech, King Charles II declares Parliament dissolved and dismisses the members of the House of Commons.

King Charles I enters the House of Commons to arrest five members of the House for treason. All of the convicted members except for Oliver Cromwell flee, and Cromwell uses his power in Parliament to prevent himself from being forcibly removed by the king. As a result of Cromwell's actions, King Charles dissolves Parliament.

Trumbo and his daughter talk about communism. When she asks him if she's also a communist, he gives her a quick test to determine if she has communist beliefs.