Because this is a philosophical shift in our government. NOW.. it is that evil corporations are making too much money so they can afford to pay more. Next, it will be you because you are rich. (All airline pilots will fall into this regardless of how much whining we do about our place in the solar system... we ARE rich compared to the rest of America) They are going to eventually get to means testing your retirement. I wouldn't be surprised if they change the rules on your ROTH IRA and 401k. Progressive math does not work. Redistribution of wealth is what this is all about, and they are going to be successful because there are more people taking than being taken from.

As a follow on, I wouldn't be surprised to see the company ask for a minimum number of flight hours/month in order to qualify for health benefits....

Oh, and Florida will not be participating in the state exchanges. Rick Scott et al decided to let The One pay for it since he had it all figured out even before anybody read the bill..... Fast track to the progressive wet dream of single payer system.... I think he's just trying to help.