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In this issue. Travel’s new normal, pre-checking your site, when to appeal your case.
New posts
• The new normal in travel (MSNBC)
• Ticket? Check. Bag? Check. Insurance? Pre-check. (The Washington Post)
• Is the government letting airlines off easy? Let’s do the math (Elliott)
• Unauthorized “babies” can’t board Delta flight — now what? (Elliott)
• Should I appeal my case to a supervisor now? (On Your Side)
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