No decisions will ever be made in a meeting like this. That's not the point. The purpose of these is to disseminate decisions that have already been made throug

No decisions will ever be made in a meeting like this. That's not the point. The purpose of these is to disseminate decisions that have already been made through side channels, and to consolidate the power of those making them. Anything you do or say in one these meetings beyond nodding politely can only hurt you. Remember, the decisions have already been made. So just be present, smile, and wave.