I know someone who works at a local BP, and he's been working for BP off and on for a number of years. It's someone like him that will be impacted by people boycotting BP stations. It won't effect the people whose feet should be held to the fire, but it could cost this person his job or at the very least equal a drop in pay because he gets less hours.

I am not happy about this oil spill, not at all, but actions we need to take require more than just driving across the street to the non-BP station. Like you said, something like hair drives or small steps to decrease your own personal fuel consumption. Or if you want to do something big, volunteer to go participate in the clean-up.

But by all means, whether anyone agrees or disagrees with something you've said, there is no reason why civility and courtesy must be disregarded. Too many people seem to think that the relative anonymity of the web means they do not need to be respectful of and courteous to other human beings.

These are my thoughts and everyone's mileage likely will vary.