: McNulty’s pursuit of Theresa exposes his insecurities. He realizes he is merely a "curiosity" to her, a realization that mirrors his status within the police department—useful but ultimately disposable.
Individual choices in this episode underscore the "midgetry" of the title. [S3E8] Moral Midgetry
💡 : The episode argues that "moral midgetry" is not a personal choice but a systemic requirement for survival in a broken society. : McNulty’s pursuit of Theresa exposes his insecurities