'Tommy' Episode 3: Being politically correct might not help the LAPD chief run her department efficiently
Chief Abigail Thomas has established herself to be righteous since the day she joined LAPD. Despite being dictated by the mayor to handle things delicately and diplomatically, Tommy makes sure that she ends up upholding justice at all times, even if it means putting the mayor's friend in jail.
But now, with the latest events of Episode 3, the first female chief is seen torn between responsibilities as a leader, a recruit by the mayor and as the first woman in her position.
Alexander Shaw, a celebrated Hollywood producer gets shot and an investigation reveals that he had sexually assaulted a woman, who is now being charged with the crime. Shaw, who also happens to be a huge donator to LA's establishment, including the mayor's office, is heavily protected by his industry contacts and political connections.
The defendant, Tara Owens, claims that she was raped by Shaw three years ago and even on the day of the murder, Shaw tried to assault her again. In her defense, she only protected herself.
On one hand, Tommy is under pressure from Mayor Buddy Gray to protect Shaw's reputation, and on the other, she needs to stand up to the assault survivor. After all, Tommy herself has been a victim a long time ago, which greatly impacted her career. As the episode moves forward, we see Tommy trying to balance every end. She is doing all she can to keep the mayor’s word and yet, as a woman she wants justice for Owens.
At the end, it all turns out well and good. The fact that Tommy even considered keeping Shaw's secrets under the wraps is not something that one expects from the chief of police, and that also as the first female one. She needs to see things for what they are and what is right. We do know that she will always stand by her principles but perhaps trying to be politically correct with everyone and for every situation might not help her achieve efficiency.
Contrary to her predecessors in the department, Tommy brings righteousness to the table, irrespective of who and what is on the other side and that is exactly why she is outstanding and one of her kind. We only hope that she remains in her true character and shows the world that the chief of police means something more than just a badge.
'Tommy’ airs every Thursday at 10pm/9c only on CBS.
