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Hedlund did not return several phone calls seeking comment.

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Southwest confirmed that Hedlund had attended courses at the airline but characterized the training as part of his routine duties. "We certainly don't agree" that there are any ethical questions with the training, airline spokeswoman Beth Harbin said.

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