I can't tell if you're saying this makes it all ok or if you're saying this makes it worse? The things that were taken off me were things like deodorant, toothpaste and hand sanitizer. Nothing special, just things that are irritating to replace.
I assume his point is, rather than being able to bring your choice of water or soda aboard the flight for $0.20, they've granted an oligopoly to the newstands and vendors of overpriced water and soda in the airports.
