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Old Jun 18, 2007 | 12:10 pm
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viking407rob
 
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Originally Posted by Superguy
I'm not saying they should have let her thru nor should she be exempt. I'm saying that TSA shouldn't have made as big a deal out of it as they did. TSA started the escalation, and she took it further, and it blew up.

I DID say that I think it's stupid that an LEO can pack a gun on a plane but can't bring a bottle of water thru a checkpoint.

There are no innocent parties in this. None.

I don't think sitting and taking it is the answer either. File a complaint everytime. Voice your opinion peacefully while at the checkpoint to let them know that not everyone supports this.

It's why I wear my KHIAI t-shirt when I go thru security. Some may it's childish (won't mention any names), but it gets the point across that I don't like the screening. If I'm asked, I can say why I think he's an idiot. Pax and even airline staff often ask who he is and why I think he's an idiot.

Super

Don't get me wrong, I certainly am NOT defending TSA. I thought TSA and the LEO both were bullying the mother. The behavior, body language and mannerisms of the TSA employees left a lot to be desired. They were very nonchalant and unprofessional in appearance. I just can't get behind the woman. She obviously thought they should make an exception for her.

Last edited by viking407rob; Jun 18, 2007 at 2:21 pm
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