I'll cook it down for you...
Rod's problem is that he has two mouths and only one ear. This is not something you would know unless you have worked with him. He is very much a demagogue, in love with his own ideas and the sound of his own voice. He thinks he is the smartest person in every room. This may or may not be the case, but it keeps him from truly hearing what others have to say. He picks and chooses the bits and pieces that fit his predetermined narrative and ignores the rest. His office staff, including CB, worship at the alter. They know who butters their bread. So you can't count on a challenge from them despite decades of experience. The other TUs, not AOAC or USAOA, are completely betrothened to HK as most of their money and all their office support are controlled by Rod. So those balancing groups are neutered as well. Who's left? A GC that Rod ignores until it's time to vote.
How many current or past GC members are endorsing him? JL... might want to consider the source. Anyone else?