There is that. And I'm inclined to agree it's a smokescreen for something. Maybe an attempt to erode the relation between inmates and wardens further at one of its worst.

Though hrmph. I'd like to see them try to force me to give up my position because of a popularity vote.

[ What? Him? Worried that Ashton might be siding with this faction and that he might lose his one employee if he stood his ground? Not that the Medical Supply should ever be in danger over this, mind you. ]