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Passengers who refuse to use headphones can now be kicked off United flights

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Re: Passengers who refuse to use headphones can now be kicked off United flights

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We need to also ban people taking calls on speaker in public places like cafes or trains.

I don’t think United airlines has the authority to do that. That is to say, do you really want a federal law passed about this? I vote we go with social shaming. Worked for cigarettes.

Shaming doesn’t always work. I’ve asked politely and been threatened in return by people that look dangerous. That made me want to avoid confrontation in the future.

Re: Passengers who refuse to use headphones can now be kicked off United flights

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Yes! Now do the same on beaches, busses, streets. Same punishment: banishment from the area.

I often see younger people in parks near me blasting loud music on speakers. It’s so disrespectful to those looking for a peaceful place. Especially when they’re playing explicit rap music with everyone’s families and children around.

Re: Passengers who refuse to use headphones can now be kicked off United flights

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We need to also ban people taking calls on speaker in public places like cafes or trains.

I don’t think United airlines has the authority to do that. That is to say, do you really want a federal law passed about this? I vote we go with social shaming. Worked for cigarettes.

It didn't really work well with cigs until govs started banning smoking in restaurants, bars, etc. That said, the shaming was important for setting the social stage for such legal bans.

Re: Passengers who refuse to use headphones can now be kicked off United flights

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But kicking someone off mid-flight at high altitude is still a bit harsh. I hope they give them parachutes at least.

Bet it won't happen twice though.
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