CORDIE, if you think the media portrays politicians as “perfect people” and “gods”, you’re watching a different set of news outlets than the rest of us. Just ask Hillary Clinton, Chris Christy, and for that matter, The President, if they feel like they’re being portrayed as perfect gods by the media…
I’m sure one of Danre’s selling points is that he is the bi-racial son of the prominently controversial mayor of (arguably) America’s most important city. The fact that he is imminently qualified academically probably sealed the deal. He adds diversity on steroids, allowing the school to further boast of its “vibrant” community. From an admissions point of view, what’s not to like?