I was connecting in a large airport, think it was MSP. I took one of those little vans, whatever they are called, to move from one place to another.

The driver asked me to sit in front with him, and said would be pleased to tell me aout the airport and its history. I boringly listened. Included with the airport history, came he fact that his free service was really useful and people could pay whatever they thought was fair... He was pretty arrogant, though I cant blame him if his employer underpays.

I gave him five dollars, and suggested to find another job, because his reliance on tips was annoying to passengers and humliaimg for him. He agreed.

The tip system is simply absurd. Either employees should strike against it, or we consumers should strike against it by mot tipping. Both unlikely. Fortunately this is not in every country.