Upon further thought, to me the error was not in the airport's decision... perhaps it was the best they could do in such a short time. As I said, I don't know what I would have done. Probably shoved one of the trees up the guy's ass (regardless of religious preference) in a moment of frustration.
But seriously, the rabbi's decision to SUE the airport if they didn't display a menorah? That's just annoying. He could have asked nicely. Not that it would/should have made a difference, but jesus. (Oh, sorry, did that offend anyone?
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The whole thing is just annoying. Maybe that's because I'm not Jewish, so I wouldn't understand... but I agree with ratbastid. I have absolutely no problem with most Jews, but this kind of behavior is reprehensible... again, regardless of religion.
Interesting opinions so far, though.