'Scandal'

With the remnants of Tuesday's election still in the air, it might be time to check out the second season of this political drama from the creator of "Grey's Anatomy" and "Private Practice." Kerry Washington is quite dynamic as Olivia Pope, the head of a "crisis management firm" that helps defend and protect her clients. Tony Goldwyn and Joshua Malina are great in supporting roles. 10:02 p.m. Thursday on ABC (seattletimes.com/tvlistings).

Doug Knoop, Seattle Times staff

dknoop@seattletimes.com or on Twitter @dougknoop

Also on Thursday

"MLS Soccer," 7 p.m. (KONG): "Western Conference Semifinal: Seattle Sounders FC at Real Salt Lake" (Live).

"American Humane Society Association Hero Dog Awards," 8 p.m. (Hallmark): The awards honor eight canine finalists for their remarkable devotion, bravery and companionship in the categories of working dogs.

"Two and a Half Men," 8:31 p.m. (CBS): When Walden gets tired of the complications that come with a traditional relationship, he hires an actress to be his girlfriend; Jake plans a rendezvous with Missi (Miley Cyrus) at the beach house.

"The Office," 9 p.m. (NBC): Andy must step up when his dad loses all his family's money; when Dwight is a guest on a radio show, his co-workers call in to torture him; Kevin learns a secret about Oscar.

"Vera," 9 p.m. (KCTS): Vera and her team set out to solve a murder case after the suicide of the original perpetrator exonerates her.

"Glee," 9 p.m. (Fox): Marley, Jake, Kitty and Ryder compete for roles in "Grease"; Mercedes and Mike help cast the play; Mr. Schuester struggles with a decision.

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