Well, of course? As is The Economist and other publications that are part of the existing power structure.
It is possible to make these pedestrian observations without supporting the people who oppose the power structure.
I would also say that in the context of the Cold War, Radio Free Europe HQ would be a "completely valid target". It doesn't mean I actually a) support such an attack, or b) am a communist.
My point is that few of the folks applauding/excusing the StratFor intrusion would support a similar intrusion of the NYT, WashPost, or even Economist.
It is possible to make these pedestrian observations without supporting the people who oppose the power structure.
I would also say that in the context of the Cold War, Radio Free Europe HQ would be a "completely valid target". It doesn't mean I actually a) support such an attack, or b) am a communist.