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After Plank is called King of the cul-de-sac, Eddy demands a vote between him and Plank to determine the real king. The cul-de-sac participates in an election, and Double D explains the voting process and ensures democracy's integrity through it all. Eddy has a weak campaign and tries to win by discrediting Plank and submitting multiple votes for himself.
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