Do I think it's some kind of deliberate hit on BP? No. They seem to be doing a fine job, all by themselves. If you were to write a book on PR disasters, BP's handling of this would be chapter #1.
Even if was intentional, it still is what it is - which is politically stupid to be seen defending them. Republicans have to be smarter than this if they want to take back either chamber this fall.
A fine time to find priniciples, eh?
It wasn’t simply the legal point, but the groveling, demeaning apology delivered from the appropriate prostrate position.
Setting the PR aspect aside, I applaud people who stand up for the rule of law and recognize mafia style politics for what they are....and unabashedly say so.