And if an airline that actually has passengers gets the slots, that’s worthwhile. That Brussels would give unused slots to someone else that lacks passengers too would be a silly thing, the kind of silly thing that’s all too likely too.

I’m not saying it’s a good rule to have at this juncture. But what’s good for Lufthansa is not necessarily good for the world.

Inspire is a better word than force. Or choose.

Burning money to keep competitors away from resources is anti-competitive.