This is 2007, not 1957. This is America, not Afghanistan under the Taliban. I am extremely disappointed in the decisions of the so-called adults of Southwest Airlines.
Ms. Ebbert's clothing was nothing that hasn't been seen before. Her outfit was not the kind that is sold in Frederick's of Hollywood, and I am sure it was not sold in a discreet plain brown wrapper. Ms. Ebbert was the victim of discrimination and subjected to actionable offenses, which may include civil rights violations. Obviously.
In choosing to eject Ms. Ebbert, Southwest made a statement. It is taking sides in the culture wars. It is allied with the sexist prudes who wish to return this culture to the repressive aspects of the 1950s.
Southwest needs to grow up. I hope they are on the wrong end of legal action and a boycott.
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