[waltjp]

I've seen it several times around here. The official in question may be eminently qualified to work a given game and those that know him would all agree that he can remain objective. Unfortunately, that's not the point. The point is that if any controversy arises and anyone on the outside can point to a potential bias it becomes a controversy. It's just not worth the headaches. There are plenty of games to work. Don't put yourself or your colleagues in the position to have to defend your objectivity.