Secretary of State Marco Rubio made an unexpectedly candid observation about the degradation of American unity during an event celebrating the U.S. government’s partnership with the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Before signing a memorandum of understanding with the UFC to form a public-private partnership, Rubio spoke to a gathered crowd at the White House about why President Donald Trump’s administration is so enthusiastic about the sport. His off-the-cuff speech became a surprising testimony about social alienation in the modern age.