I tend to agree with Victor. The economy caused the furlough. UPS made a smart business move. The IPA is trying to help but it's probably a lost cause. Don't blame this on the IPA. The IPA has done their best and gone beyond what other unions would do to try and help the junior folks.
Trust me. Blasting the IPA in this manner makes me have no sympathy for you. I'm guessing you are a 5%er in the bottom 300. It's unfortunate. I am trying to give up three months of pay for the next six months. I know Victor has done more than that. Your post makes me want to think twice.....