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The Guardian article examines how bullying, manipulation and intimidation by managers persist in workplaces, questioning how such abusive leaders evade accountability. It recounts Andrea’s resignation, after which coworkers revealed they had long recognized her boss’s toxicity. Some colleagues apologized, while others admitted they had witnessed the abuse without intervening. One colleague described Andrea as an “emotional stab vest,” saying she protected them from the manager’s behavior. The piece explores why companies continue to shield these managers despite the harm they cause.

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