jim in atl:
Very astute. You in politics? 
No
but I have known and followed Mr. Ferguson's career since the mid 70's. I am close with many people who are close with him and have been the recipient of a lot of info over the years. Joel is no different many other high profile and financially successful people. Once you get to know them you find out that most of them are narcissistic with a history of self dealing and manipulation. I know it's a generalization but as history is revealed it seems to be true about many who make the climb from the bottom to the top. Joel has done very well and has permitted many to follow him. For that he should be admired. Yet the methodology he has employed leaves a great deal to be desired