In a world where the left often admonishes us for seeing the obvious, it seems some folks can’t even identify the truth when it’s sitting right across the table from them. This latest escapade involving James O’Keefe is a prime example. In an undercover operation that more resembled a sitcom episode than real life, O’Keefe managed to pull off one of the lowest-budget disguises in history—a simple pair of glasses. And yet, it was all he needed to remain incognito as he confronted his target, reportedly a professor named Jonathan Butler, at dinner.

Now, how is it possible that someone supposedly so learned could fall for a ruse as simple as this? It seems there might be a bit more to this phenomenon than meets the eye. While the woke crowd endlessly drums into us the idea of questioning everything—including the very nature of objective truth—they themselves fail to question what’s blindingly obvious. A little Clark Kent magic—if you can’t see through a pair of glasses, how can you see through the complex issues our country faces today?

This incident reminds us of the alarming truth that leaders in academia and other influential sectors might not always be the intellectual giants they are portrayed to be. Apparently, it’s easier to climb the academic ladder than it is to identify a man with a camera crew in tow. This is the state of intellectualism today—where the supposedly smart get fooled not just by disguises, but by their own hubris and narcissism.

Over dinner, Jonathan did what so many self-involved people do—focused on himself, oblivious to the circumstances. This is a hallmark of modern entitlement—the inability to look beyond oneself and see the bigger picture. One cannot help but chuckle, though it’s enough to drive serious concern about who exactly is educating the next generation. Do we really want our institutions to be led by those who can be outsmarted by a prop from the dollar store?

The real punchline in this story is not O’Keefe’s ability to blend in, but the runaway reaction of the individual being caught. Rather than owning the moment or standing their ground, there’s a comedic and telling choice to flee. In today’s climate, where accountability is proclaimed yet rarely practiced, this is less surprising than it is a public service announcement. Make a mistake? No problem. Just run and deny—this seems to be the modus operandi in vogue.

What this all boils down to is a spotlight on the ineptitude of those touted as authority figures. Their flawed perspectives and easy manipulability in exchange for a bit of flattery only emphasize how much we need vigilant and true investigative efforts. So, while the spectacle is amusing, it should galvanize us to scrutinize who we entrust with influence and consider the real impact of their educated, yet evidently clouded, judgment. At least, for now, we get a good laugh along with our wake-up call.