@nytpitchbot.bsky.social you have competition.

I am a 14th-generation American whose ancestors came to Virginia in the 1600s, which makes me as much an American as anyone could claim. But I am no more American than someone who arrived today.

That would definitely do the trick! Didn’t have you pegged as a Smiths fan (but what do I know). Enjoyed your columns for many years at WaPo. Looking forward to what you do next.

This was self evident from the start.