I wasn't going to reply to this thread - words honestly failed me. The only thing I could think of saying was somthing along the lines of 'Wouldn't happen in the USA' - wasn't going to bother, but having read 411A's comment I have to agree (for once). One of the things I really hate about this country is the attitude of 'If I can't have that then nobody else is going to either'. Anyone who wants to do somthing a bit different here (whether that be learn to fly, start their own business or simply have their own opinion about how they live their life) is onto a loser, and I personally can't wait to get out of this sh1thole.
FS, sorry if my comments are of no particular help - as you can tell I'm just a little bit annoyed by this, and other such things. You're obviously dealing with this in a rational, calm and considered manner - good luck to you, you deserve better.