Here's what happens as a result of security theater at the Orlando airport:
- You wait in line at least twenty minutes
- There's a scrum of pushing and shoving
- The staff are unhappy and not afraid to share it
- An unreasonable workload leads to fatigue and errors
- People miss their flights
Here's what doesn't happen:
- Security is not increased
- Peace of mind is not enhanced
Godin starts with a longtime feeling of mine, restates it eloquently, and drives to a wider conclusion: "Think about how much you could get done if you didn't have to pay a tax to amplify or mollify your fear..."