Woman Kicked Off Flight For This Bizarre and Controversial Reason

Late Arrival

Harriet was heartbroken. She wanted to go home, to see her kids, and to sleep in her own bed. She made the call to their babysitter that she wouldn't be able to see them that night. Even worse, she didn't have the money to pay for another night of hotel lodging. Money was already tight, and this had made things so much worse. She ended up sleeping on the floor of the airport terminal, but she wasn't done with this fight...

Back In Action

Once back in her own home, Harriet started making calls. Any media outlet that would listen heard her story. She gave a slew of interviews detailing her terrible experience and horrible treatment from the EasyJet staff. It became a viral sensation overnight. People took sides with who they thought was in the right. Some applauded the stern stewards, others believed that Harriet was mistreated on the flight...

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.