"A person who has the guts and gumption to sit in on that kind of discussion should also have the guts and gumption to air it out later on."
Well, not everyone can be as perfect as you.
That said, have no opinion if the story is true.
This is a highly intelligent woman, probably very assertive, and certainly one who was able to speak her mind.
It's not a matter of perfection, but one of simple common sense.