The first HKG LOA presented for a vote was embarrassing. Having pilots, and Union leadership, bid for the 777 while having no payrate was embarrassing. Pilots flying DPs on a routine basis is embarrassing. Putting forth and approving a contract with 4A2B language is embarrassing. A pilot wearing an ALPA pin and no lanyard is no big deal. Debating the merits of unity actions is healthy - not embarrassing.