In one of the series' most notable episodes, the Sugarbakers women engage in a heated debate surrounding the high-profile confirmation hearings of U.S. Supreme Court candidate Clarence Thomas and the allegations of sexual harassment made by Anita Hill. Mary Jo and Julia express their support for Hill, while Allison defends Thomas. Tensions rise during Allison's birthday celebration when Mary Jo and Julia arrive in costume, coinciding with a televised interview regarding the hearings featuring Allison. The clash of opinions creates an unforgettable atmosphere at the party.
Show
Designing Women
Episode
S06E08
Air Date
Nov 04, 1991
Season 6 Episodes
S06E01
The Big Desk (1)
S06E03
A Toe in the Water
S06E04
Dwayne's World
S06E05
Marriage Most Foul
S06E06
Picking a Winner
S06E07
Last Tango in Atlanta
S06E08
The Strange Case of Clarence and Anita
S06E09
Just Say Doe
S06E10
Julia and Rusty, Sittin' in a Tree
S06E11
Julia and Mary Jo Get Stuck Under a Bed
S06E12
Real, Scary Men
S06E13
Tales Out of School
S06E14
Driving My Mama Back Home
S06E15
Payne Comes Home
S06E16
Carlene's Apartment
S06E17
Mamed
S06E18
A Scene From a Mall
S06E19
All About Odes to Atlanta
S06E20
I Enjoy Being a Girl
S06E21
L.A. Story
S06E22
A Little Night Music
S06E23
Shades of Vanessa