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To: The Philosopher who wrote (13861)	5/21/2001 3:25:34 AM
From: Dayuhan	Read Replies (1) of 82486

The article quoted a number of people at justice who didn't seem too happy about it. Given the demographics involved, I think it would be fairly safe to assume that the practice would arouse controversy within the ranks. Any time one group within is given "extra" exposure to the boss, there will be suspicion that favoritism will result. That's why this kind of behaviour is frowned upon by managers, unless it serves a purpose important to the organization (not the individual). People managing large and contentious groups (and I think Government lawyers can be safely included in the latter category) have to take extra care about personal conduct if they want to be effective. Part of their responsibility is to see that group objectives are not compromised by personal preferences. The situation is complicated further when the manager is an new, an executive appointee, and will serve for a fixed term. Discretion is called for, especially in the early stages, and I get the impression that Ashcroft is sacrificing discretion to make a point and score political credits with a certain segment of his audience.

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