@Lionelski posted:It would also allow room to pass around the few attending wives that stand behind their husbands blocking the aisles
As well as room for people with backpacks (This is one thing, IMHO, that Eastern should ban from the halls).
Lastly room for the growing # of scooters - I can't tell you how many times my toes were run over with these
I was trying to think of the word 'scooters' when I wrote wheelchairs instead. Having just come off back fusion and knee replacement, I can better appreciate folks being able to participate with a scooter. Unfortunately, I can also appreciate that the driver needs to be aware of where he is going and how much overhang he has.