I think the interesting part that needs to be questioned in this situation is how can a group of people ever be judged? The knee slap is when you wag your finger at those in power, inner-peace, after you just told everyone that you want to create a position of power, to punish those in power.

Of course the teacher would support such a benevolent power force, he's very critical of the government that probably certified him. The appearance of critical think is all it takes.