We're not reading tea leaves, Mr. Lloyd.

Hannah

I just want to know what happened to Majid Nassar. Are you a good guy or bad guy?

Leonard

Aaron: That guy is dangerous.
Hookstraten: Which is why I keep him close.

Sorry for losing my temper, but I have lost my temper.

President Kirkman

Can we please dispense with the melodramatic pause?

Seth

Whatever it is they're doing out here, they're willing to kill for it.

Jason

I said take your seats! Now!

Kirkman

Director Forstell, we always have a choice.

Kirkman

We're not arresting reporters for doing their jobs.

Kirkman

I'm not asking for myself. I'm not even asking for the President. I'm asking for the country. And I'm not really asking.

President Moss

This isn't about luck. It shouldn't be good luck that keeps people safe in a movie theater or a mall or a school. This is about doing what's right and I just hope 51 senators can feel the same way.

Alex

Kirkman: Why are you doing this?
Hookstraten: Because I think you're doing the right thing, sir.

Designated Survivor Season 1 Quotes

Pancakes for everyone!

Tom

Alex: Tom, you can't do that. You can't make promises you won't be able to keep.
Tom: We're in Washington. They're the only promises you're allowed to make.