That is the only conclusion. He is purposely NOT doing anything that can help slow the flow of oil or protect the shoreline. He is actively fighting against every single protection of the gulf coast.
(of course if we listen to some in the media and a few on this board, this factor is not going to effect opinion of the Democratic party, but the Republicans are doomed for eternity due to 10 seconds of speech by Joe Barton).
Or a Macaca moment.
He's acting just like a hit and run communist or islamic (both of which he is) terrorist, striking quickly to cripple efforts to deal with his Oilspill and then moving on, after he's done as much damage as possible, when the heat gets too great.
If you look at what this administration and the Democrat Congress do and assume they are trying to do what is best for America it makes no sense. However, if you assume they are trying to destroy America then everything makes perfect sense.