By now ther whole world, maybe the universe is aware of the oil spill. watched the GOVERNORS of two states asking where the government is? Turn around and look at YOUR foot steps. If you're beaches are being fouled, hire local help and clean them, then sue the offending party, thats what the courts are for. Instead they want federal help, screw you! I havn't been on the gulf for over four yearsm I dont use your beaches anymore, so why should I pay? The next day they are at a rally for smaller government.Take the responsibility, you asked for the job, then do it. Or quit!