Trying to make some understand that the one who ultimately pays is the consumer is daunting. Then try to explain that most services paid by the private sector as opposed to the government has less impact on our wallet is exasperating.

We all pay in the end. The question is "How much?"

The government has no reason to problem solve or innovate. Companies have an incentive to innovate and find the best solution that is cost effective.

I haven't had to fly in a couple of years but I used to count myself lucky that Nashville and Tampa airport security was relatively quick and painless.