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Employee Exposes Boss's Alcoholism, Sparks Workplace Conflict

3/31/2026

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Story summary

An employee describes their boss as a "functioning alcoholic" who maintains his job despite severe drinking issues.
The employee has stopped ignoring the problem, leading to conflict with the boss, who perceives the employee's actions as an attempt to undermine him.
The employee seeks acknowledgment of the reality of the situation from both the boss and their colleagues.

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Story summary

An employee describes their boss as a "functioning alcoholic" who maintains his job despite severe drinking issues.
The employee has stopped ignoring the problem, leading to conflict with the boss, who perceives the employee's actions as an attempt to undermine him.
The employee seeks acknowledgment of the reality of the situation from both the boss and their colleagues.