TSA is actually effective and I wouldn't want to fly without them...

I keep seeing think-pieces and videos on how "TSA is a waste of time and is security theater" and...

Yeah, it can be a hassle sometimes, but let’s be real—if there weren’t any security at airports, I guarantee more people would test boundaries or try something shady. Just the presence of TSA makes most people think twice before doing something dangerous or reckless. That kind of deterrence matters.

Plus, there’s something about the uniformity of the process that gives me peace of mind. Everyone goes through the same steps, same checks—it creates a shared standard that makes flying feel safer and more predictable.

Personally, I’d way rather fly knowing TSA is there than not. I feel more comfortable being in that environment, surrounded by people who have also gone through security. It’s not perfect, but I’d take it over the alternative any day.