Originally Posted by
Ed Force One
What does the R in RLA stand for again?
ALPA should be devoting their resources to crafting a new set of rules to bargain under. It doesn't have to be Earth shattering (because it won't be) but it should at least bring our own profession's interests, business models, and general considerations that fit with modern times into consideration.
Definitely true. When the RLA was implemented, rail was absolutely critical to the economy. The Gov't Definitely didn't want to risk strikes jacking up commerce
In fact, just last month the Biden administration got involved to prevent a large rail strike. It's too important to the economy