Andrew disliked politics intensely and had little respect for the senators and congressmen who spent lavishly on his image-enhancing services. He found the political world and its superficial nature distasteful, which made his work seem hollow and dishonest to him. Despite his skills, Andrew was uncomfortable with the manipulative nature of his campaigns and the superficiality of his clients.

Desie, on the other hand, came to admire Andrew because he was willing to criticize himself. She saw his honesty and sense of integrity, especially since he openly admitted that his talents were being used for something shallow—creating quick, deceptive campaign commercials. This self-awareness and moral stance set Andrew apart as a principled person in a corrupt system.