I guessing so that his attack dogs stay on the porch in 2011 and 2012. It HAS to be a “pay it forward” thing. That is the only reason I can think of.
You’re probably right. Although I am beginning to wonder if she has a small problem identifying certain ducks. The guy walks like a duck and quacks like one, and he has for years. It’s not exactly a secret. It’s her credibility that’s on the line, not his. We already know what he is.