However, I have never seen anyone (other than you) suggest that the leak of oversight was purposeful due to a concern for the airline's financial viability.
I have never suggested, or intended to suggest, that this was the case in Valujet's case, but I seem to remember it was a catalyst & motivation to ensure a compete separation of duties. In your message you continue and confirm the conflict of interest that can exist in an XAA if they oversee both the safety and viability of an operation. It seems we are in violent agreement; i.e. it should not happen.
I wonder if EASA is so squeaky clean. The combined power & influence of the Airlines of Europe CEO's & shareholders is immense and their lobbying has shown more sway in the T's & C's and FTL's than that of the many unions involved in the 'getting airborne' process.