Hi, Jane:)

Absolutely correct ... taking advantage of a situation to just push your own agenda is just wrong and I've been on the receiving end of such behavior by bosses in the past.  Some folks just seem to think that they can excuse being ignorant and obnoxious - the reality is that good ideas may be damaged beyond repair by boorish behavior.

How we treat each other has to come from wanting the best outcomes for all involved.   When we act based solely on our personal agenda, everyone (especially us) loses.

John