Originally Posted by Rightseat Ballast

Wow, so just say it. You are talking about Republic Airlines. If you work there, then you already know we have our own internal company forums (two, in fact), and that this topic has been exhaustingly debated therein. If the pilots you are trying to reach do not read the aforementioned forums, then they likely don't read this forum either. I hope that talking like a big boy has made you feel better...we all need to vent on occasion...but you really come across as unprofessional by blasting your co-workers in front of the whole audience here. If you have a beef with some particular people, then meet them in the crew room, or invite them to discuss the topic with you via their v-file.

People will always pick up overtime. I disagree with it, and so do the majority of posters here. You are preaching to the converted. Do you realize that not only 2nd year FO's are picking up overtime? Do you realize that 5th year captains are picking up overtime in the FO seat? The problem is not limited to 2nd year pilots. There are a lot of people who feel they need the extra money. Maybe they have a sick family member with high medical bills. Or perhaps they were downgraded and now have a kid. Or maybe they are just greedy and could care less. Your attempt at public humiliation will not change their minds. But it will cause dissent and division among our ranks.