If nominated, time would be on Buttigieg’s side. He’s unassuming, he listens, he’s humble and he’s self-aware. Those qualities would grow on the public as the campaign progressed, bringing into sharp relief the differences between Buttigieg and Trump. It would be a sight to see on the debate stage the unflappable young war veteran who speaks multiple languages sparring with a blustering draft-dodger who barely tries to articulate himself.