Reply #20: I'm only speculating, but I thought the same thing

[Cresent City Kid]

Remember when Homer Simpson had his hand stuck in a vending machine for hours because he wouldn't let go of the can of soda? I think this is what BP has been doing, trying to save the oil and face, losing on both counts. After the leak is stopped, I predict that they'll want to make the relief wells replacement wells and return to business as usual.