 At the debate when the conservative candidate Underwood recites the same speech, Blake exposes him as a plagiarist.Hicks is presented for photo opportunities and gives his yes-and-no answer to any question, including whether he expects to win.When Blake's ex-wife Maybelle (Vivienne Osborne) arrives at the office demanding to see him about another missed alimony payment, Joe wards her off by claiming Blake's aunt died and that he is away settling a big inheritance; but as she is leaving, Hicks makes eyes at her and takes her in to see Blake.