Thank you for calling me a good Texan; there’s a FReeper who recently called me a bad Texan and I think even asked that I move out of the state!
It hurt my delicate self esteem.
But to the point: Vocally and loudly harassing the TSA people costs us nothing. It takes very little effort. It most likely will not result in arrest or even delay.
Every time I do it, I reach about 50 people. If 10% of them are receptive, then I have turned 5 people. I do not see a downside; if I have influence those folks then I am honored - It’s my duty as a freedom-loving American.
In a very loud voice she said, "if you are wanting to go third base with me, we are doing it right here in front of everyone, no one is taking me behind a closed door, to molest me, we need witnesses!"
I'll vouch for that. Salt Lake City is one of the most polite towns in America and when checking in there last time, one of the TSA agents asked me how I was enjoying my trip so far.
Feeling rather naughty, I replied "It was fine until I ran into you jay-birds."
His face dropped and he exclaimed "Well, you always have the choice of not boarding the flight."
Before I could reply, several other passengers chimed in that his comment was out of order. The line noticeably begin to speed up at that point.
"Yes!" I thought. "A small victory for the peasants!"
T Bone Texan,
You are a great person. You are a leader.
So long as one’s behavior does not effect your job, acting assertive to bullies, speaking up loudly in public, is right for some situations. People are fearful to act bold in public. But the sheep are paying attention and believe they too can be bolder someday.
Act assertive but not aggressive in public.
Texan you are a strong, honorable person.
Inspiring!