Very true. When this all began, most of the pilots were of the mindset of working with management to obtain a new contract and that a strike was the last thing we wanted to do. Unfortunately, it has degenerated to the point where a strike seems to be the only option. We are dealing with a management team that won't agree that the sun sets in the west, let alone to even the most basic contract terms that we have offered. Now, most pilots are ready (financially and otherwise). Some are like rodeo bulls pawing at the dirt just waiting for that NMB gate to open. The company is making money (for now) but is not doing the right things with it. It is being used for stock buybacks and dividends instead of going towards a long-term viable business. As recently as last year, our CEO called us a "cash machine" to the local press. This is very telling as to the general attitude of the powers that be.