Searching a known person is a complete waste of time. We have long suspected that the so-called security screeners get their kicks out of searching VIPs. This is an invasion of privacy and completely stupid.
That a person who is a real danger could slip by while a circus is going on, demonstrates how badly trained the screeners are.
They are creating their own diversion which is no different than the shill for a pickpocket pouring mustard on your suit!
Al Gore had to be polite or the press would have been all over him for his behavior.
When any of the rest of us complain, we are at risk of being arrested.
Our liberty is being stolen while we lock the barn door after the horse has run away.