Originally Posted by
Laughing_Jakal
TonyC,
We had this exact conversation at the RoadShow. I'm a self described "Tough Guy".....but I'm voting Yes.
I didn't go to informational picketing as I was out flying. I will submit that there is a big difference between low-risk informational picketing and the idea of giving up (Risk) of real pay increases (Whether or not you think it is above or below or just at a COLA).....money in your pocket.
Who is weak among us? Those that clamored to see the TA and that they had a "right" to see it, and then complain that it should have never made it past the MEC. Yes I have heard those guys. I think some of the "leaked info" soiled the process and circumvented the process. What I see from this pilot group in some quarters is a lack of patience. I am not confident we have a pilot group that can unify behind a long drawn-out fight if a good portion couldn't wait the two weeks to find out what the MEC decided.
A lot of people are continuing to whip themselves up and obsess over this vote. Let's let the process happen.
You're my perfect example. You're a tough guy, but you're convinced everyone else (or at least the overwhelming majority thereof) is too weak to fight.
Why do we have such a low regard for each other?
I believe that's an inaccurate perception. I believe the vast majority of us will, when given the opportunity and guidance, stand up and boldly do the right thing.
I have yet to talk to anyone who said if the vote went opposite to their vote they would not support the majority. To a person they've said, I'll support the outcome, whatever it is. I believe that even those who voted Yes will step up and do the right thing when we are asked to take whatever steps are deemed appropriate to reattack this negotiation to achieve a better product.
It's too early to throw in the towel. Have confidence in your brothers and sisters.
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