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The campus reaction to Barron remains a “historic” study in contrast. For some, his presence is a reminder of “privilege” and “absolute” political tension; for others, he is a “human” who “did not choose this life.” This “compassionate realism” is shared by many who choose not to judge the son for the father’s actions. As he moves toward the end of his first year at Stern, Barron stands at a “quiet crossroads.” He is pursuing a business degree in the “absolute” heart of global commerce, preparing for a future that many believe will inevitably involve a “dignified” entry into the family business or the political arena.
