A former scholar turned night-watchman, Gregory Vance, struggles to care for his two children after the loss of his wife. His life takes a dramatic turn when he becomes the only registered voter in a crucial precinct, attracting the attention of politicians from both parties who offer him inducements. As he navigates this new situation, Gregory must also fend off relatives who seek to take his children away from him.
The Great Man Votes
A former scholar, Gregory Vance, has given up his academic pursuits and now struggles with addiction, working as a night-watchman to make ends meet. His two children are his only supporters, aware of his flaws but still admiring him.