Originally Posted by Calliopeflyer

It's like being on a crowded bus or subway car -- do you think those people squeezed in a standing position paid less than someone who is sitting down? Or have less rights to space or seating? How much right do they have to "encroach" on your space sitting on a bus while they're standing in the aisle or sitting in the seat next to you, being encroached on by someone else standing in the aisle?

Economy sections of airplanes are now like riding a bus, and in rush hour they are overcrowded. Deal with it - either accept it, or pay more to travel with more space.