Great post, Judolphin! We have been loyal WN flyers for years now. It's simplicity and ease is just a bonus to their great fares and so far very good customer service. As a CP member, we are now to the point that we make our vacation decisions somewhat based around where WN flies.
We too believe that any kind of support to businesses that practice gouging only gives them the idea it's ok. We do everything we can not to participate. The only time we fly non-WN is when it's international.