[SoFloFreeper]

I work for a stock brokerage firm and I've been keeping track of how our clients are voting. Overwhelmingly, they are choosing Chevron's bid....in spite of the fact that CNOOC had a better offer.

Is patriotism/national security the factor, in your opinion?

[Serpentor]

Patriotism in Wall Street? The Chinese bid was uncertain because of DC political opposition - the Chevron bid was certain.