Clearly, this will show our collective resolve across the country. However, who really thinks that our NMB negotiations will foster an agreement in the near future? Look at UPS, mired in the wasteland of the NMB. They have been tied up with these guys for over 18 months with nothing to show for it.

UPS and FedEx pilots deserve a legitimate contract with much needed improvements. All the while, the status quo continues on both properties. Management loves the NMB! Drag it out until they can break the will of the pilots. I will not bend or break under the pressure.

Nobody wants to strike either company, but in today's environment, it may be the only way to get the attention and respect of management. They have no respect for any of our contributions. Only through pain and perseverance will either group get a hold on what they deserve.

IMHO, the NMB process has lost its original intent and legitimacy. When management never intends to do anything but drag their feet, how can anything constructive occur. The NMB is a failed process -- it only delays the inevitable.

I'm ready to walk right now.