CIA what??? Who drugged who? His work mates drugged him? That's really messed up, but I'm curious about what it has to do with hazing and his story. I will say that one of the worst subgenres out there is famous writers writing about writing--unless it leans more into autobiography and less about advice giving. Thank you for your piece and thank you for making it freely available. I am keen to check out your other articles, but would not be able to if they were "member only."