It is late and I have been extremely busy today putting out fire after fire at my "real job". So I am going to make this brief.
There is a rampant and unnecessary abuse of the relatively new corner seats on many a train in NYC. If and only if you solely enjoy those other oddly shaped trains, like the ultra-wide A-C-E, the orange multi-directional seated N-R, or the older than dirt 1-2-3--than you may not know about this volatile recurrence.
But it is happening.
In fact, my assuredly inaccurate scientific assessment is that a handicap-friendly seat is assaulted every 6 minutes.
The disturbing thing is that there is no common profile for the abuser in this situation. They can literally be anyone!
All over segments of Manhattan, The Bronx and Brooklyn people are forsaking their moral ground and just slamming these seats against the wall.
Much like any abusive situation the two involved are only a percentage of the victims. There are a countless number of others whom have had to bear witness to these vicious displays--often suffering side effects like
- Severe Startle
- Painful Ear Discomfort
- Intense Aggression (including Homicidal Thoughts)
These outbursts have taken a toll on many a commuter--especially those of us engaging in early morning "FML why do I have have to be on this damn train again-ing".
The good news is--we can put an end to Handicap Seat Abuse. We have been given the necessary tools to combat this vicious cycle and they are called hands...yes...
By using these tools YOU can prevent H.S.A. one seat a time. Together, we can put an end to the violence.
Are you ready to play your part?
I agree with your views and suggestions. I am often amazed by the lack of civility from subway passengers using these designated seats. I am often startled when the loud noise eminating from the seats when allowed to slam up after sitting by these same passengers.
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