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  • pickupyourwill
    pickupyourwill Posts: 3,135
    Smellyman wrote:
    Matt Simmons: BP, CIA conspiracy theory suggested behind his unexpected death
    August 11, 4:20 PMPolitical Spin ExaminerMaryann Tobin

    Oil industry icon Matt Simmons became a household name during the BP oil spill crisis, partly because of his criticism of BP and their handling the worst oil spill in US history.

    Simmons, 67, was found dead in his home in Maine on August 8, 2010. The medical examiner’s office is unclear about whether he had drowned in his tub after suffering a heart attack, or died from a heart attack while drowning.

    Before his unexpected death, Simmons had become a whistle blower against BP and the US government. He used his oil industry and government connections to reveal information about the BP oil spill disaster that he claimed were deliberately hidden from the public.

    The confusion surrounding the exact cause of his recent death has sparked reports that he was assassinated by either the CIA or BP.

    damn! I didn't look at the link, but I feel I don't have to. If these assassins and mob types keep playing god, then we may be back to how things were in Hitlerville. sad.
  • pickupyourwill
    pickupyourwill Posts: 3,135
    mikepegg44 wrote:
    OnTheEdge wrote:
    I believe you have all watched too many movies. I'm willing to bet this man simply had a heart attack while in the bathtub.


    shhhhh, as we all know, seemingly healthy people don't have heart attacks...oh wait, they do everyday...

    he could have been so stressed about the whole situation that it took a toll on his heart, but I still wouldn't rule out assassination.
  • supersonicyears
    supersonicyears Posts: 2,619
    Jason P wrote:
    gimmesometruth27 wrote:
    Jason P wrote:
    The US government did kill him. Judging by his photos, they ordered the FDA to take him out about 67 years ago. It was called Operation: Get a white fat dude a heart attack

    Let's wait until the Wikileak guy goes up missing before starting the conspiracy theories. ;)
    the wikileaks guy is not going anywhere for awhile. seriously jason, think about it...there is too much light on him. if he was found dead right now it would be obvious that someone in our government killed him or had him killed by someone. he will keep releasing things and keep his name out there because as soon as the public's eye is off of him he will have a heart attack, or die in a car wreck, or accidently shoot himself twice in the face, etc...
    Typically (like I'm an expert on this subject ;) ) the government will "silence" those who are capable of spilling a secret. They are not really in the revenge business (unless you count W going after Saddam for trying to kill his daddy). This guy didn't work for BP, so he isn't a whistle blower. He made his accusations and they are on public record. So revenge would be the only motive and the risk/reward of silencing him isn't that enticing.

    For example, I never heard of this guy until he died. If there is evidence of foul play in his death, then a huge spotlight will be cast down by the media and public. If I was running the CIA hit squad, I would look at these factors:

    Does he possess insider information - No
    Has he already made his opinions in public record - Yes
    Is the general public listening or aware of this guy - No
    Could this blow up in our face and ignite a media firestorm if we botch the hit up - Yes
    Benefit of having this guy silenced - Marginal
    Don't you think it sends a message to others that might have information that they better keep their mouths shut or they might have an accident too?
    "In the age of darkness
    want to be enlightened"

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