The mec has asked us, during negotiations, to wear the lanyard. Pin, hat, lanyard, clown nose, it doesn't matter. If one can't be counted on to wear something as simple as a lanyard while the Union is negotiating our contract with our large multinational employer, then how are you expected to show up for the hard stuff, like informational picketing, or a strike.

The lanyard is just a sign that you are willing to do the small stuff, and are ready to do the big stuff.