Good analysis from both sides of the argument. It would be so nice if management dealt with us in the same civilized manner we generally do them.
That will never happen. Instead we are continually making assumptions on what might or might not happen grasping for straws. My experience tells me Parker won't move from his proposal, our BOD won't move from their counter, and we the line pilots begrudgingly live with the results, the MOU with a Few small inconsequential modifications. IMO, the company wins and pats us on the back for our efforts. Been there, done that. It's definitely not fair but who cares? Profits should keep tumbling in, share prices go up, and the paying passenger comes to accept lack luster service from employees of the airline.
Do not be surprised that very little will change from today. Take care of yourself, your crew, and go home trying not to dwell on the bad parts of the job and industry. That's all...