That's like saying that Richard Branson is poor. First of all, Azerbaijan does have oil, most of it untapped. Secondly, Mr. Rall's article fails to address the issue of how Caspian oil will be moved to market. That requires a pipeline, and Azerbaijan is in a prime position to become the spigot for such a main export route. Mr. Rall's article amounts to nothing more than a witch hunt.
Advertising has nothing whatsoever to do with the notion or concept of free expression.
Nothing about advertising could ever be construed as free expression. I think you have to think a lot more about the relationship between advertising and the freedom of thought and expression. Shell probably needs your endorsement more than you need theirs. Clearly you disagree with that party's viewpoint, but you are acting just as the Demolicans by eliminating that party. I hope the people are aware of the stakes involved in the upcoming election.