Some things are happening that could be very influential at Delta.

I am speaking of LEC elections which are currently being held. I know that several of you have given up on ALPA, and that's fine, but please read on.

While you are gathering up your cards, which I don't have a problem with BTW, how about affecting how things currently are. It is my opinion that the outcome of a couple key elections could significantly affect how things run here at the Delta level of ALPA--and thus solve some of the issues causing you to defect to the "other side". As such, as these changes occur, you may find yourself being more and more of the process--as in your complaints ARE being heard.

Specifically, the LAX election is a very key component of how the MEC works as things stand right now. I would suggest for our LAX based pilots who are seeking the kind of changes promised by the DPA to consider voting OUT the pilots currently holding office. Also, I would recommend passing the word to your fellow LAX pilots. Give the new guys a call and ask them about their positions on things which are important to you. Vote accordingly, and encourage those you fly with to do so as well.

As ACL says, I would much rather take care of the growing dissatisfaction in house, and this is a great first step. The current administration will do everything in its power to keep things status quo--meaning their views hold the voting majority at the MEC.

Change starts with you. It is time for the MEC to begin working as it was intended--from the ground up.