It seems pretty cut and dry to me. Do you want a vote in the implementation process or not? Personally, I do. Thus I voted "NO" on the FDA LOA.

The irony is that we're voting on implementation as we vote on this "improved" LOA. Would you want someone else making this vote on your behalf?

Personally, I feel that approving the LOA with this language is a kin to selling your soul. Many will say that this paragraph (N) gives the union some flexibility to increase the speed at which implementations can occur. The union will say they will "hold the line and vote in my interests". I can see their point and appreciate their position but the ONLY way that I can guarantee my voice will be heard is to do the voting myself.

While I appreciate the additions to the LOA, I will not vote for any contract that contains this type language. It's a deal breaker for me.