Why would you bash someone that doesn't share your desires? Some people may not want to be a minor influence on a large machine. Perhaps he didn't think his p

Why would you bash someone that doesn't share your desires? Some people may not want to be a minor influence on a large machine. Perhaps he didn't think his position there would have any measurable (or notable) impact and that wasn't what he wanted. Alternatively, ask him. He's the only one that knows the answer.