Escalation
strong strength
Narrative Connection
How these two moments in the story relate
From
Toby Insists on Dignity for a Dead Marine
S1E10
·
In Excelsis Deo
To
No PR, Yes Dignity: Bartlet Denies a Pitch and Endorses an Honor Guard
S1E10
·
In Excelsis Deo
Why These Connect
The narrative assertion
"Toby's offer to arrange a military funeral for Walter escalates into his using the President's name to ensure it happens, raising the stakes and showing his unwavering commitment."
About Escalation Connections
B raises the stakes established in A. The conflict intensifies, the pressure increases, the consequences grow more severe. The ratchet tightens.