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[quote=Anonymous]This is a "what would you do?"

I'm in management at a company and there have been problems with the corporate culture for quite some time.  I think it's fair to say that it is dysfunctional and somewhat toxic.  It is clear that much of the problem centers around the "close" relationship between one of the executives (female) and our president (male) -- both are married.  It has become clear that these two are having an affair.  They were "caught" at a convention and now it is an uncomfortable, open secret and it is poisoning the culture.

Ok, here's my problem.   This woman involved has systematically isolated or marginalized managers throughout the organization and has become almost the only person the president listens too.  The managers and executives in the company are disgruntled yet afraid to challenge her (b/c of their knowledge of the affair and her sway over the president).  She is quite spiteful, vindictive and territorial.  In fact, one of our best managers just left because of her "tyrannical" ways.  This is a common perception of this person and I'm worried we will lose other good people because no one can challenge her management because of this affair.

Normally, I would simply protect my territory.  But, knowing this affair could be real makes me "pull my punches" with the president.  I'm afraid of retaliation if I push back on her.  This is the definition of hostile workplace -- because she receives favorable treatment (raises, perks, etc.) because of this relationship and other execs are afraid to speak up.

What would you do?[/quote]

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