> it's because the individual in question has a responsibility to make a neutral judgement call that will have a meaningful impact on your life. The other reas

> it's because the individual in question has a responsibility to make a neutral judgement call that will have a meaningful impact on your life. The other reason: Sometimes an issue goes your way when you sleep with the powerful person. A cop decides to let you away with a warning, a boss gives you the job, the bank manager grants the loan/mortgage, the teacher gives you a good grade. (And conversely, you can be punished if you don't sleep with them) If we want a real meritocracy, we need to stop flirting in the office.