I can agree with that. In a unique twist to Mastiff's situation, I was often on the receiving end of those stories that are to test one's loyalties. I never peeped a word. And you know what? After a while, those "fish stories" were exchanged with real stories and I became so trusted by those folks that they began to tell me all the juicy gossip and future policy changes before they actually happened. In a way, I established a unique political advantage over many of my peers. After awhile, it was quite easy to dodge changes while the others complained about the pain. I never knew what to say to them. And they never knew that I knew. So, loyalty and honesty does pay, if ya asks me.