http://www.rawstory.com/rs/2011/06/02/pali... /

I have to say the young girl's face in the picture accompanying the story sums up my views exactly.

In a way I made a mistake while flying today by asking one of the TSA security agents a couple of questions while waiting for my bag to be x-rayed. I am still curious as to the answer.

Where did the ounce limit on how much liquid I can bring in a carry on come from?

How come I can't take a 6 oz bottle of mouth wash or toothpaste on board, but can take two 3 oz bottles of mouth wash or tooth paste on board?

It seems to me there ought to be an over all limit to how much liquid or paste that should be dangerous, and any amount up to that total should be ok?

Am I crazy or making sense?

BTW don't ask the agents, unless you have time for a physical exam. I didn't really get a clear answer and got delayed 15 minutes while they wiped down my bag, wanded me, and searched my bag.