A BEER WITH BERNIE

     Sooner or later, in this political season, or perhaps it has already occurred, the arguably frivolous question will be asked: “Who would you rather sit down with and have a beer?’ I would take a pass if the only choices were the odious  pair who are currently favored by  their respective parties. Still, there may be merit in posing an alternative simple  question: “With which candidate would you feel comfortable, were that person to become mentor, or, heaven forbid, a presidential example for your children?” Neither! In my view, however, Bernie Sanders comes close. I think I would even enjoy having a beer with him.