My boss is a genuinely decent and empathetic person. I've watched her do a number of things for people that didn't benefit her at all, but benefited them greatly, stick her neck out for subordinates (including me) to her boss, and generally behave with decency, integrity and honor. The world would be a FAR better place if there were more like her in positions of authority, especially since she's not just a good person, but a very effective manager besides.