The chapter delves into the Secret Service director's lack of resignation after a tragic event, emphasizing the need for accountability in leadership. It discusses instances of failure within the Secret Service, such as lapses in security, slow responses to potential threats, and the importance of selecting individuals based on the right characteristics. The conversation highlights concerns about institutional incompetence, the lack of consequences for failure, and the necessity of accountability to improve and prevent decay within institutions.

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