It is not the first time, nor will it be the last, that I hear/read from a situation like yours and that, to the venting party surprise, the powers actually care and listen.

Corporate environment seems to favor a very filtered discussion and viewpoint sharing. So it is funny when something like a hot mic lets things through unfiltered. But my favorite part is the unexpectedly kind of welcome reaction and in some instances even newly gained respect. There is something to be said for assertion at the appropriate times.

Learn and enjoy.