Episode 12 of "Spin City"
s1e12 Criss Cross
Title: Criss Cross
Original Air Date: 12/17/1996 on ABC
Plot Outline:
Michael substitutes for the Mayor on a political talk show, facing off against Ashley on a hot-button issue. Meanwhile, Paul plays City Hall Santa while battling a terrible bout of the flu that is sweeping the office. And everyone finds themselves going to Carter for romantic advice.