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Old 12-08-2008 | 10:51 AM
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From: Burning the Agitprop of the Apparat
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Originally Posted by Led Zep
Just my humble opinion, but here is what I think.

Is it possible to become the world's largest, most successful integrated shipper with a 100+ year history by "screwing up"? No, it is not.

A lot of people are doing a lot of speculation and jumping to conclusions without fully knowing or understanding what is happening behind closed doors. Say what you want about management, but the people who run the show are not stupid - not just my opinion, but rather a statement of fact based on year-over-year financial results.

I'm just a line pilot, so to speculate about what may or may be happening and why or why not far exceeds my pay grade. I move the jet from point A to point B in accordance with the rules. However, if I may make one speculation it is this: if a contract is or isn't agreed upon, I believe there is a very good reason(s) for it. I don't think "screwing up" is one of them.
Excellent post. It isn't over yet by a long shot. When DHL and UPS or FEDEX announce a deal or the end of negotiations, then you can call an end. Not before.