There will always be some luck and politics, but if it's outrageous then at some point it's time to make a stand and refuse it. That's up to the author I guess.

There will always be some luck and politics, but if it's outrageous then at some point it's time to make a stand and refuse it. That's up to the author I guess. In this case, I'd say I'd respect either a grudging acceptance or a dignified refusal.