I agree--it's scary. But Oberon, although he has turned himself into a pin cushion here, is hardly the only one giving in to complacency. (And how can he be complacent already, anyway?)

I discussed the contract situation with the guy I was flying with the other day. His response: "I don't worry about it. We'll get what we get."

It's simply amazing that after guys have worked this hard to get here, they're dysfunctionally complacent when it comes to being properly compensated.

Sure, it's feels good for them to say that "money isn't everything," or "well get what we get" (the epitome of passivity). Maybe it's a way for them to rationalize their unwillingness to fight for every cent of pay, and any every second off.

Meanwhile, back in the real world, like it or not, money and QOL are pretty damn important. RA, Sleepy Ed, and the boys agree--and they're happy to enjoy theirs at our expense.