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Originally Posted by
Carl Spackler
Carl,
I agree with you that communication with the MEC is not only a great idea, but will be required. I just need to get over the fact that Lee Moak, personally assured me on several occasions that we would not let scope slide beyond 70 seats, now here we are, looking at the possibility of the remainder of our narrow body flying going away. I don't see this as an overstatement.
So Carl, with all respect, what kind of mind-set should I take when communicating with the MEC, when the trust has been violated in such a way. How can I change my mind set to hold these guys responsible for representing me and my fellow line pilots?
I am sincerely asking you for the beginning of a strategy for holding our union accountable. Thanks in advance.
It's a great question Tomcat.
From my friends who were in the room, they tell me they were shocked at the dynamic of DALPA. When Lee walked into the room, the other members of DALPA literally snapped to attention. It was very clear that Lee ran every committee. Nothing happened without his approval. With that in mind, here's the fix:
1. EVERY current DAL LEC member needs to be voted out
2. EVERY former NWA LEC member who didn't stand up to Lee needs to be voted out
3. These chaps need to be replaced with folks who pledge to ensure THEY will run the MEC and NOT the chairman
4. These same chaps need to pledge to vote for a new MEC chairman thus allowing Lee to replace Prater
Even if these new folks weren't totally on board with no further erosion on scope, at least our MEC would be operating as a democratic body - as it is supposed to be. Then the issue would live or die based on the majority viewpoint of our pilot group - not the opinion of one man.
Carl