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On the recordMarch 13, 2013
So I ask, how does allowing sharp objects on board now accomplish the goal of maintaining zero planes being taken over, or having zero incidents involving sharp objects?
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Eric Swalwell
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Questioning the rationale behind allowing sharp objects on planes.

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