Originally Posted by acl65pilot

You assume that the did not have a understanding. One thing I know is that our union leaders are anything but stupid. Admitting to a knowledge of anything means that "Intent" and "Interpretation" can be used against them in a court of law, an arbitration etc. Sometime it makes a lot of sense to play stupid even if it makes you look like a fool.
Especially in this time where there is a lot going on, it makes even more sense to not tip you had. You may not agree with their stance on an issue, but they are very smart and very calculated, so give them credit for that.