You are right about bullies. They never stop. I have worked with so many of them over the years, and even now, their tactics have not changed.

My daughter has a terrific take on power groups.

She says there are the usual few that everyone is afraid of, and hence it's vital to be in the group. These are the ones who just want to be in, as opposed to being an absolute part of the group, She refers to them as fringe dwellers.

I cannot think of a better description