Don't like the message? Attack the messenger!

I'll allow that he is as determined as a honey badger and that his decorum may rankle some, but Dexim has made several valid points. Much like CAL Vince has on the combined UAL/CAL Forum in sounding off loudly, constantly and clearly about one Captain Pierce. Vinny, while a bit over the top has so far been pretty much right on the money about Pierce and his management leaning ways. His anti union blather typically obscures his message, but I still read what Vince has to say and find his characterization of Jay Pierce accurate.

Personally, I feel as though too many here are thin skinned and recoil when the sunlight shines upon a festering fecal pellet. What we need to focus on is managements assault on our profession, no matter who does their bidding. But we must acknowledge attacks! What I see now is similar to the manner in which the UAL guys were railroaded during the bankruptcy proceeding! The company applied consistent, unending pressure in an attempt to lower our expectations and resolve. This is no different, its just coming from a different group of extraordinarily wealthy anti labor types. So, sift through all the messages and retain the kernels of truth. Stay focused on el hefe and your long over due JCBA. Remember, he wants us to toil under CAL work rules along with only a pathetic and insulting raise.

UCAL has nine billion in cash. Record profits. We deserve a significant chunk of both.

I urge all pilots to watch Frontline, Can You Afford To Retire. It's available online and details the attack on labor that was mounted by UAL management during our bankruptcy. Probably the best thirty minutes you can devote to your future. I tried to embed, but I am just a luddite and not sure if this will work. Google it as it's readily available.

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