The only problem with this kind of action, is that it is suppose to be private, however, due to the fact that it did not stay private, extortion is extortion, even if the cause is Good.

It's the same reason why government, whenever they ask someone to do the dirty jobs, will always make sure they will not get involved if the act came out.

I have respect with Lauda and it will remain that way even if he's done something legally wrong, for me, what matters is youre doing something that is morally right.