The thing is, Jason's worked these circuits (and is a competent Escort) enough that he knows what the audience likes. Limp, titillating scandal? Exactly what the audience laps up, believing all the stretches not even because they're easily led but because they want so badly to believe in something more exciting than what they have.

Jason pulls out his pen and taps it against him temple.

"What are you redeeming yourself from? Sympathizing with rebels? Because that's the only way I can spin it that won't get me hauled in for questioning. And believe me, I've been way too close to being interrogated to fostering rebels for my liking."

Seven years ago, when one of his Tributes went rogue. That's why he won't humor any sedition now.