When the alternative are people that would throw you under the bus at a moment's notice? I saw this sentiment after release and think its justifiable. Also I did say "Hansen" but I guess I should have said "third option" - he is just simplest I think. I get what you are saying though.

Oh man why does everyone get to backstab but not me :/ if only you could have infinite content.

Wish I could side with Hansen, screw the agency spooks. Which I gotta ask, was it ever a consideration as a possibility?