because the profits went to the oil companies and THEIR pockets, not yours.
Don't believe me? check for yourself--
Why do you think that all American Oil companies have seen all-time high RECORD profits, when OPEC says that it hasn't really changed supply??
you didnt' REALLY buy into that whole "free democracy" cover, did you??
Curious, what ever made you think you would profit from political agendas?!