Why the United States Still Can’t Get BP to Do What’s Necessary

clipped from robertreich.org Why the United States Still Can’t Get BP to Do What’s Necessary Here’s what Coast Guard Rear Adm. James A. Watson wrote to BP’s chief operating officer on Friday: “Recognizing the complexity of this challenge, every effort must be expended to speed up the process.” BP’s plans don’t “go far enough to mobilize redundant resources” in the event of an equipment failure or another problem. “BP must identify in the next 48 hours additional leak containment capacity that could be operationalized and expedited to avoid the continued discharge of oil.” Translated: You’re dragging your heels and aren’t even using all the equipment you have, damn it. You better, or I’ll … I’ll … . BP spokesman Jon Pack said the company received Watson’s letter and would respond to it as soon as possible. Translated: Too bad. Have a nice weekend.