One thing is that while people can “force” you to do something, they can’t make you like it. Oh they will want to … I can’t begin to tell you how much stuff we get at work about “proper attitude” and how incensed the Powers That Be get when you don’t thank them for screwing you over. And how “hurt” they are that morale is low (duh … low morale is a reflection on your job, not ours!)

But while they can command obedience in return for a paycheck they cannot buy true respect.

And sometimes, the scorn and contempt of those around you, even if you are civil in the workplace can have an effect.

We may not be brave/involved enough to withhold consent – but we certainly can withhold our blessing. And as long as there is any humanity left in the system that will make some difference.