Depth and the Kerrys 

Depth and the Kerrys

William Saletan:

"The son also lauds Kerry for 'the depth of his character, his soul.' This seems to be one of the peculiarities that brought John and Teresa together: their obsession with depth, thoughtfulness, and other fine qualities that people don't particularly care about in a president. We want you to make good decisions. The length and earnestness of your pondering are not a plus."

This takes me back to the very first episode of Cheers (set, fortuitously, in Boston): The lecherous prof on the phone to his wife, confirming that he is going back to her and dumping Diane: "Your depth frightens me."