Mike, thanks for the review.  I, too, have been subjected to this behavior, which is so truly demeaning to both the employer and the employee.  I believe that when balance is restored to the economy, those companies who decided to treat staff like cattle, rather than the brains and hearts who will make the company succeed, will be running to their board rooms to re-strategize, or die.   Mr. Cloutier's 15 minutes of fame will be over.  Vive la Liberte!

p.s. if he lists any of his clients, you should probably plan to call on them in a few months.  They'll need you.