A good reserve system is relevant to all not just a select few. There’s a reason it can go senior at other shops. Senior folk bid it? That creates more movement for the bottom of the list to hold lines. Or if you’re stuck at the bottom and forced to be on reserve then your QOL is better. It effects all not some.

Higher WB rates will make zero difference this negotiating cycle to anyone already on the 73.

And yeah the fact section 25 is done is deeply concerning, can’t wait to vote no on this dismal first offer.