Sitting in Peet's this morning

My old college roommates haven't lost their brilliance in the past nearly thirty years.

B. said, "I was disappointed by all the headlines about racial barriers overcome. We voted for the smart guy with the judgement and insight to have a chance to solve the problems we face."

"Yeah, and that's a huge barrier to overcome, too."

"Exactly."

Update (11/24): Another classmate nails it. No, I didn't know him.