"I remember when that race car deal went down and I wondered how in the world (and why) Globetel could have/would have ever hooked up with them. I didn't see one single advantage in the relationship but there it was."
So you knew they were a "scam" assistant company and you think Globetel didn't ???? Please dude.
I've got a better analogy, Let's say for example that you owned a company. In the course of its existence (not "business" as you say : see my earlier post http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=29573441) you were looking for a company that 'washed' shares so you could milk millions from investors to stick in your pocket. A quick look or phone call and voila' you've found them. Now it comes to light that this company you dealt with has finally been caught. what do you do ? deny deny deny. Of course you'd be considered as being part of the scheme because YOU WERE PART OF THE SCHEME. The doubt you speak of is a matter of conviction but the simplest answer is usually the factual answer.
Remember that overlypromotional and hype statements from individuals and companies are illegal. If you feel investors are being "rooked" contact the SEC.