Twitter burst into flames yesterday after Shannon Watts of anti-gun group Moms Demand Action tweeted these little gems.

Not only did Twitter go ape, but major media outlets picked up and RAN with the story. Amazingly the reaction has continued today, even though many, including myself, have politely pointed out that what happened isn’t quite the story Shannon wants us to believe.

In fact, United has had a long standing dress code policy for family members who travel on courtesy passes.

The customer this morning was a United pass traveler who was denied boarding this morning because her (1/2)

— United (@united) March 26, 2017

Patricia, as stated, these were United representatives. We hold our employees to the highest of standards. ^FS

— United (@united) March 26, 2017