Keith, you make a valid point. If Bob is a decent, clued in guy, why is he doing the pro rep job for free. He is copping a belting as we speak but is either oblivious or insensitive! Maybe that is why he was given the job!
Makes you wonder what he gets out of that position? To me it means he will fight to the death to retain that position because it gives him an important standing in the community and he becomes an identity with authority.
The reality is he didn't win his last major show but was given a gift. No wonder he has to pay back what they gave him!