I think folks that came up quickly know their worth maybe even more than previous gens. They have arrived in a fast moving and high paying environment. Expectations are different when you get here after having enjoyed the high pay of an RJ, or the great work rules of the LCCs (particularly spirit RE schedule flex), or the platinum elite DHr life of the ACMIs. When you get here it's like stepping back into the lost decade WRT work rules.

Don't write off the newly hired as Kool aid drinkers. I've seen the most apathy and Stockholm syndrome in my small corner of our pilot group with those who were early in their careers during the post 9/11 disaster this industry endured. And perhaps it's a well-earned apathy as they've been lied to more, seen more clown CEOs come and go, seen more plans fall through etc.

Bottom line, we cant be infighting still while it's contract season lol, we can fight amongst ourselves later!
Wear the lanyard and show up!