leslie knope

“Enlightened” makes us all into Amy Jellicoes

"Enlightened" may get canceled. But Laura Dern's fearless heroine inspires us to fight to save the series

Willa Paskin Monday, Mar 4, 2013 7:53 PM UTC
Entertainment Enlightened, TV, Television

Leslie Knope nearly makes a pass at her No. 1 crush. Will she ever overcome her awe to realize her big D.C. dreams? VIDEO

Willa Paskin Friday, Nov 16, 2012 6:12 PM UTC
Entertainment 2012 Elections, Video, Paul Ryan

Knope finally meets the man of her dreams. Here's why the vice president is worthy of her (and our) love VIDEO

Mary Elizabeth Williams Thursday, Nov 8, 2012 7:41 PM UTC
Entertainment leslie knope, 2012 Elections

The city councilwoman takes on big business and super-size sodas. But will she ever be able to take on D.C.?

Matthew Giles Monday, Nov 5, 2012 7:28 PM UTC
Entertainment leslie knope, Adam Scott, D.C.

Leslie and Ben's relationship proves that on-screen romance isn't the death knell — if you know how to do it

Willa Paskin Friday, Oct 26, 2012 2:15 PM UTC
Entertainment Television, TV