No, I have a gmail account, but don't use it. I understand that it's not in Google's interest for me to "log out" (regardless of the service) and I think the location of the button reflects that.
It's certainly possible, but I wouldn't be so quick to assume evil just because a GUI isn't exactly how you would expect it. For reference, facebook's log out is in exactly the same place (accounts dropdown at the top right, logout).
In my experience it's become a pretty standard UI feature; there is always either an account dropdown in the top right or a logout button in the top right. I would honestly be more confused by a direct log out button in the top left or than the drop-down in the top right at this point.
In my experience it's become a pretty standard UI feature; there is always either an account dropdown in the top right or a logout button in the top right. I would honestly be more confused by a direct log out button in the top left or than the drop-down in the top right at this point.