Slattery's People, starring Richard Crenna as the lawmaker hero, revolves around a state legislator facing modern social and political challenges. Appearing in the dramatic episodes with Crenna are Maxine Stuart in a regular supporting role. Miss Stuart will portray B.J. Clawson, secretary to James Slattery (Crenna). Also included in the supporting cast are Paul Geary as Slattery's young aide, Edward Asner as a veteran newsman on the legislative beat, and Tol Avery as the speaker of the legislature Slattery serves.