I've had people tell me they do that because they 'want you to ask for the job.' ... Seriously? Coming to the interview, doing well, and showing interest was

I've had people tell me they do that because they 'want you to ask for the job.' ... Seriously? Coming to the interview, doing well, and showing interest wasn't enough? I now have to also expect you not to keep your word? Forget that. If someone says they'll do something and then doesn't, that's a direct mark against their trustworthyness. Why would I want to work there?