[The Westerner]

Yes, I agree. Actually, I almost prefer this explanation. Otherwise, this agent sounds like a product of the Clinton entitlement era. Anyone who threatens to use the power of his position to get people fired is acting like a thug. I thought Secret Service Agents had to be of a higher mentality and character.

[ROCKLOBSTER]

Otherwise, this agent sounds like a product of the Clinton entitlement era

I believe he is a Clinton appointee. Why is he still there and how do we know he's NOT a "sleeper"

The book had a title similar to "The Crusades..from an Islamic Perspective".