Airline agent (male) put this woman off the plane because her attire was “offensive.” One suspects that he found her attractive and was resentful.
There’s no question that this is unfair to this woman; it’s likely unlawful sex discrimination. But when airline personnel put people off the plane for wearing “offensive” clothing – they’re diverting resources from security. And they are, presumably, in the business of providing safe air carriage.
Perhaps there’s a niche market for an airline on which passengers’ modest dress as a condition of passage.
From Xeni Jardin piece Boing Boing
– and a derivative tip of the hat to the ever-vigilant Bruce Schneier.