Originally Posted by ShellyCrash

I agree with all these and my natural defenses against them involve blankets and electronic devices. Headphones help drown out some of the sound, and they for sure put a stop to the talkers. Also blankets on planes help provide a barrier to prevent touching. When you get some hairy douchebag in short sleeves hoging the armrest your blanket is your best friend.

Taking these things away would really REALLY make me miserable.

The fact is no matter what TSA does terrorists will find a way. Just like when I used to smoke I would just stick my lighters in my pockets instead of my purse- went through security every time. Airport security doesn't seem to be getting more effective, it seems to only succeed at becoming a bigger pain in the ass for passengers.