I look at everything with the eyes of a lawyer. I guarantee you that JB and ALPA will both use the lawyer standard to get what they want from you. So, don't be naive and assume kindness is the law of the land. It isn't. Be smart.

Look at the ALPA contract you are signing. Even though I have all the faith in the world that ALPA would NEVER screw you over or do something unethical, it doesn't change the fact that you are entering a contract that is non-negotiable once signed. It's that simple. Law is law. Change the name of ALPA at the top and put in Comcast or some other terrible company. Would you sign such a one sided deal?

Most pilots are sheep. Please don't be one.