BOSTON – In what can only be described as a masterclass in irony, former President Donald Trump made a surprise appearance at the 60th anniversary of the 1965 Freedom Rally in Boston, armed with a sermon on diversity that some attendees jokingly referred to as “Make America Divisive: The Remix.” With the crowd still buzzing from the memories of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s soaring speeches, Trump stepped up to the podium, waving wildly like a kid trying to get the attention of his parents at a crowded supermarket. “Look, folks, I'm here to teach you all about diversity,” he declared, adjusting his red tie like a cape of authenticity. “I've had many diverse businesses—like, you know, the ones that went bankrupt—that were diverse in their failure across multiple sectors!” As the audience struggled to parse whether they were witnessing a comedy routine or a political rally, Trump went on to recite a list of his “most diverse” friends. “I know the best people! People from all walks of life—my golf buddies, my hotel staff, and, let’s not forget—you’ve got to love the Secret Service! Those guys are from everywhere. Even Canada!” His proclamation was met with a smattering of chuckles mixed with confusion. Wayne Lucas, a veteran of the actual 1965 rally, stood nearby with a bemused expression. “This is wild,” he muttered. “Fifty years advocating for freedom and equality, and now we’re being educated on diversity by a guy who thinks ‘inclusion’ is inviting the entire Republican National Convention to Mar-a-Lago.” The crowd, initially gathered to celebrate progress and honor the memory of civil rights leaders, couldn't help but voice their excitement over Trump’s appearance. "Is this part of the stunt? Should we be clapping?" one attendee wondered aloud as Trump launched into a self-aggrandizing tirade about his “incredible achievements” that, much like his hair, seemed to defy both gravity and logic. Bringing his talk back to his favorite subject—himself—Trump proudly declared, “I’ve brought more jobs to minorities than anyone else! Except maybe, uh… I don’t know, the rest of the country? But let’s not get bogged down in details!” The crowd, now thoroughly entertained, erupted into laughter, a testament to the surrealism of the moment. As the sun set over Boston Common, candlelight vigils began in honor of the rally’s original purpose. Opponents of the current “teach-in” stormed off in dramatic fashion, chanting, “Diversity is not just a tweet!” while dealers of homemade “I Survived the Trump Comedy Hour” T-shirts found a lucrative market. In a final flourish, Trump concluded his speech by inviting attendees to join him at his next event, “The Make America Beautiful Again Fashion Show,” which promises an exclusive look at his collection of ill-fitting suits—now rebranded as “Wall Street Chic.” And in a twist nobody saw coming, history enthusiasts and social justice advocates left the celebration not only reminded of the profound work still needed in the fight for freedom but also with the lingering question: at what point does satire become reality?