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Fact the time factor is not in IOC's control.They are cutting a deal with Exxon who works at their pace,Exxon entered the party late. This is not a short term option play. Would you prefer a deal done quickly with mistakes...?... [/quote]
JFT, Movieguy's question was "why", during the past two years, little or nothing -- deal wise -- has ever been in IOC's control, not whether any of us hold options or have been beaten by our wives... The question posed is perfectly legitimate, and begs some critical reflection, perhaps even self-reflection.