Originally Posted by
MtEverest
The negative stuff you hear bandied around about TC and DPA is a direct result of a DALPA/ALPA smear campaign. Those who know him and have flown with him would tell you he's a stand up guy trying to get better representation for this pilot group. He's been at a HUGE disadvantage vs megabucks DALPA (via your dues money) and DALPA's willingness to call mom (Delta management) to keep all DPA information off the property.
DALPA "Disparage TC" talking points:
- "TC only formed DPA to somehow start a lawsuit to gain seniority"
- "TC is just a disgruntled guy from Delta north...and we know they carry sour grapes"
- He's not in alignment with what DALPA says so he's a loony.
You probably recognize some of the same nonsense spewed toward the "Great 8" for standing up for a fair contract (what their constituents asked for).
Anyway, nobodies buying anything DALPA says anymore. The truth is coming out and there's not a damn thing DALPA can do about it.
Not even close. TC sends out stupid emails that make him look like a jackass. The whole hacking episode too was all his doing. But the current buffoonery from the MD 11 is enough for me to almost overlook that If TC came out with a statement that he is leaving the leadership of Team Donut and would play no part in it if it won, I'd sign a card tomorrow.