Originally Posted by
Often1
AA doesn't owe you compensation. It also doesn't owe you any customer service gesture such as miles/voucher.
You booked a seat, you got a seat. Why was it a middle seat? Maybe that's all there was by the time you chose your seat or checked in. Why a baby next to you? Because people with infants are permitted to travel. Why did it drool on you? Ask the baby.
You got the 100% correct response from AA. Move on.
OP,
Often1's reply is perfect. You aren't owed anything by anyone. Although it might be that you owe an apology to the professional whom you called "pissey."