November 1, 2023:

Bulk-ish Mexican bro with iPhone to his ear. Flash backward to 1965, transistors at our ears. Same sound. I nod and smile as we pass in the aisle; he seems surprised.

Pretty black-haired Mexicanas, also bulk-ish, burgundy highlights at ends of thick healthy curls. Not interested in smiling or nodding with the friendly old gringo.

Yellow Post-It on trolley floor: Donald Trump chinga to madre racista de mierda.