Six Muslim men who were removed from a U.S. plane last fall after being accused of suspicious behavior for praying are suing not only the airline but the passengers who complained.
Some folk are upset by that. They fear that it could discourage travelers from speaking up when they see something outlandish, and some lawyers are so alarmed that they are offering to defend the unnamed passengers free of charge. The lawyers say it is vital that the flying public be able to report suspicious behavior without worrying about being dragged into court.
They have a point. If I saw Pat Robertson, Jerry Falwell, Jim Bakker, Ted Haggard, Jimmy Swaggart, and Jim Whittington, praying and carrying on in an airport, I would fear for my life and report them, too.
I know my soul would be in danger.
Posted by Deck at March 30, 2007 12:20 PM