The fact a board of politicians shows "complete confidence" of EH as a founder, scientist and administrator means one thing. And that one thing isn't good, unless you're on that board.
I feel bad for anyone that got roped into this mess and tried to do right by it. That person(s) exist, and when this sideshow completes itself, they're looking at a sweet 60 Minutes segment that I'll gladly make some popcorn for.