Rutherford: I think you did the right thing firing those deputies.
Trip: Well, it seemed important to send a message.
Rutherford: Yeah, there’s no place for racist behavior like that, not even in a small town, as you say. But the fact that it happened at all speaks to a lack of respect for your leadership, which is perhaps bigger than you. Bigger than all this.
Trip: Well, racism, it’s pretty big.
Rutherford: Don’t take this the wrong way, but maybe this town isn’t ready for you.