Well, Jason's not going to pretend it isn't an accurate description, but it doesn't make him like Dorian any more. Smarter Tributes don't necessarily survive longer and they tend to be more headstrong. There's a certain amount of stupid that Jason finds a relief in other people before it becomes a demerit.

"It implies you cooperate because you don't seem to have any idea what the people here can do to you. Think of everyone you love. I understand that usually has some sort of effect on people. Or think about everyone you are, everything you think you are." He takes a step towards Dorian, entirely unafraid, unintimidated by a Tribute. "Imagine that being taken away from you because you don't know your place. My job, my position, is keeping you in line and putting you in the best light possible, and I like to look like I can do my job.

"I don't want you to end up dead on Capitol TV, because that looks bad for me. But don't think I won't report you if I think you're jeopardizing operations here or making me look worse, because I will and I'll sleep soundly at night. And you and your fellows will be right there on television with your brains blown out, or in someone's bedroom being used as everything your father wanted you to be." His lower lip twitches slightly. "So you should want to cooperate with me."