Not sure why this would bother you, or others if it doesn't apply to you.
This thing started here, in Kansas City, in local churches. I believe the reason it's a sticky is because it is not viewed as a legitimate investment, as much as it was taking advantage of peoples naivete' through their religous beliefs. They totally bought it because of the church, no other reason.
I just can't see why any "sophisticated investor" would fool with this thing (with information that's available). Unless you're just throwing money at the wall and hoping something sticks, after all it's such a small investment compared to the potential return, right?
I mean what made you look at Petro, and say to yourself, 'hey, this could be a great investment'?