Originally Posted by
Andy
The MEC has a pretty good idea what we want; I don't think they are out of touch with the rank and file.
My personal opinion is that the company's negotiating committee steamrolled ALPA negotiating committee (NC) and the MEC and NC decided 'no mas.' The MEC then decided to send this to the rank and file to reject it just to drive the point home to the company's negotiating committee. Had the MEC rejected it without sending it out, the company negotiating committee would not get as clear a message.
That's my take.
But - Tumi suitcase.
If it was the intent to pass this to membership to “send a message” then that should be immediately communicated; otherwise, they’re risking the confidence and value of the union for some unspoken agenda. Nothing is worth risking that and I have to believe that’s not the case here.
The roadshows will be interesting. We’re at a point in time where labor actually has some leverage and most of us will likely never see it again for the rest of our flying careers. I suppose that’s why I’m most surprised at the shortcomings. Some further explanation from official channels is certainly desired.