Quoted from a comment left on Wired's missing the point article Air travelers opting out of opting out.

Importantly, it seems that today these machines have been put out of use. While the Wired reporter seemed to have neglected to mention this as a reason for the appearance of there being no protests, I find it more interesting how little these machines are needed to keep the skies safe.

Edit: Said comment left by redditor sighlent. Thanks for putting that out there.

Edit 2: Some insider comments about airport structures and airlines.

Or something to the effect. I think it would be a powerful message.

Also...operation grabass, really? =/

I flew out of Austin today, where I packed a lunch for the plane. When my bag went through the scanners, it was selected for a more detailed search. After opening my bag and going through my stuff, the agent told me that he would have to take my sandwich. The jelly was considered a liquid, and since it was not in a 3oz container, he would have to take it. He then told me to pack my bag myself and move along. As I am packing, THE AGENT STARTS EATING MY SANDWICH. When I confronted him about this, he told me that I was threatening a govt. agent, and if I didn't leave immediately, I would be arrested. I left because I didn't want to miss my flight, but I'm sick of this bullshit abuse of power.

I am furious right now. I will definitely do something in response to the situation, but I'm sure what. I have taken the name and ID number of the TSA agent, but am not sure how to respond. Should I:

a. File a complaint (I don't think anything will come of this).

b. Inform 4-chan, and let them take over,

c. Wait to cool off before I do anything.

d. Something else

I'll post an update when I decide what to do.

edit 10:09am: For all of you suggesting that I put poison or laxatives in my sandwich, the original intent was to eat the sandwich, not poison a TSA agent. I'm surprised that noone suggested that I just go with turkey next time, since "deli meat is a liquid" is a much harder sell than jelly is.

edit 1:02pm: I called the TSA office of civil rights to file a complaint. Thanks you melanarchy for providing the phone number. I gave them the officer in question's name and badge number, as well as describing the incident. Typically I would get a response within 6-12 business days, however, due to a recent wave of complaints it will likely take longer. I will inform Reddit when i get an update.

Yep. It seems they're trying to single the optee out, embarrass them, call attention to them in a negative fashion. Play it like grade school - turn it around on them. Cheer, clap, and yell OPT OUT in celebration every time they do it.

Think about the response if the entire line started cheering every time they had an opt out.

Edit: well this is getting more attention than I anticipated. It's my first front page post! I figure I should update with some good posts in here.

silvasun

Yes, it removes the social stigma that the TSA is trying to enforce, as well as provides a means of solidarity for the masses. Bravery is always easier in numbers, and if somebody (YOU) doesn't start cheering nobody else will.

CAN WE GET PHOTO SQUADS TO PLAY PAPPARAZZI FOR THE NOODIES IN SEVERAL AIRPORTS?

Idea came from zephris

It'd be awesome if there were a couple photographers willing to make it look like they were a personal paparazzi for every opt out.

The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.