I love intelligent humor that not only draws a laugh, but makes a deeper point–perhaps a reflection on an pertinent political issue or on society at large that invites contemplation and discussion. A new video out poking fun at the TSA accomplishes exactly that purpose.
As the Christmas season comes to a close, enjoy this–but also think about the bigger message: TSA carry-on policy is a joke, an arbitrary and capricious list of banned and permitted items does not make us safer.
Scissors are allowed? I remember a few years ago I had a small pair in my carryon and the TSA took them.
Ha ha ha, so funny…and true!
@Thom: TMK, scissors are now permitted.
In fairness to the TSA, they tried to allow small knives a few months ago:
http://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/flights/2013/06/05/tsa-knives/2393139/
And the FA unions protested. With secure cockpits and passengers no longer willing to allow knife takeovers, the issue is now moot.