Big Love

In the aftermath of his election, Bill tries to win over his constituents and employees; the family copes with psychological and physical threats; Alby returns from his desert exile with a desire to purify the compound.

Bill attempts to stage a meeting for polygamist leaders; Barb tries to find common ground with her mother; Nicki learns the extent of Adaleen's isolation; Margene worries about the situation with Ana and Goran; Cara Lynn impresses her math teacher.

The Henricksons' holiday cheer is tested by family revelations; Lura takes drastic measures in response to Alby's purification of the compound; Lois drifts toward the deep end; Ben bonds with Heather; Cara Lynn looks for answers about her father.

Bill tries to overcome the anti-polygamist sentiment swelling among state officials; Barb's attendance at a fashion show triggers resentment amongst the wives; Rhonda and Verlan try to shake down Alby; Nicki pushes for Cara Lynn's adoption.

Bill makes a deal in the Senate; Barb considers a dramatic life change; Bill and Nicki face a legal obstacle while trying to adopt Cara Lynn; Rhonda encourages Verlan to do Alby's bidding; Lois longs for her old life with Frank.

Barb hopes to attain the priesthood and enlists the help of an ex-Mormon feminist; Bill faces impeachment pressure in the Senate; Nicki chafes at the status quo; Margene eyes a sponsor for her children's rally; Frank and Lois strike a deal.