Beset by falling approval ratings, a desperate U.S. president and his closest advisors launch a rally-round-the-flag campaign against the country's newest enemy--Canada.

Dedicated government employee Leslie Knope and her fellow colleagues ramp up for their most important civic project yet: the Harvest Festival. As Leslie Knope plans, prepares and publicizes, her colleagues take on other challenges such as a crippling flu, the statewide softball tournament, and the sad demise of a local icon, a miniature horse named Li'l Sebastian.

Leslie Knope takes on new challenges as the newly-elected city councilwoman of Pawnee, Indiana. She stands her ground for what she believes in and puts up a strong fight, all while balancing her personal relationship with Ben and planning for a wedding. Meanwhile, assistant Andy pursues a career in law enforcement, Ann makes a dramatic life decision, and Ron is smitten with a new lady.

The citizens of Pawnee loathe their merger with the neighboring town of Eagleton, and blame all their troubles, both real and imagined, on Councilwoman Knope. The personal lives of those in City Hall are equally as tumultuous: Andy must temporarily say "cheerio" to his wife, April, when he takes a dream job in London; Ron, adjusts to his new domestic roles; and Ann and Chris eagerly await the birth of their child ... if they can survive the woes of...

The ever-enthusiastic Leslie Knope has her sights set on the city coucil, but political campaigns are never easy. Leslie must deal with shady journalists, a deep-pocketed opponent, bus accidents, and even a still-smitten old flame in her quest to serve her beloved hometown.