Fair rating?The Wire· Season 2 · Episode 3
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"What they need is a union." – RussellNick is concerned over how he is to provide for his girlfriend and their daughter. He joins his errant cousin Ziggy and other dock workers to steal containers for Spiros Vondas and The Greek. Avon confers with Stringer Bell about troubles with their drug supply and D'Angelo's growing distance. Frank Sobotka attempts to court political favor in order to fulfill his hopes for the regeneration of the docks. Omar Little signs up some new partners in crime. At the request of Wee-Bey, Avon deals with an abusive prison officer who also deals drugs to inmates. His methods horrify D'Angelo.
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#7In Season 2of 12 rated episodes
#44All-timeof 60 rated episodes
−0.1vs season avgSeason 2 averages 8.3
2003First airedJune 15, 2003
Guest stars
Isiah Whitlock Jr.as State Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" DavisEric G. Ryanas Sean McNulty
Melanie Nicholls-Kingas Cheryl
Richard Burtonas Sean "Shamrock" McGinty
Callie Thorneas Elena McNultyShamyl Brownas Donette
Charley Scaliesas Thomas "Horseface" Pakusa
Luray Cooperas Nathaniel "Nat" CoxsonKelli R. Brownas Kimmy
Ernest Waddellas Dante
Kristin Proctoras Aimee
S. Robert Morganas ButchieJill Reddingas Delores
Edwina Findleyas Tosha MitchellCrew
Elodie KeeneDirector
David SimonStory · Teleplay
Ed BurnsStory