I'm a big fan of wearing the uniform. When you sign up for the job you make the agreement to do your part and whether or not the company treats you poorly, you should hold up your end of the deal. At least keep your self respect for doing the right thing.

I've always believed that you teach people how to treat you. If you let them get away with treating you poorly, they will continue to do that. If you stand tall and say "no" and give them no choice, then that's what they'll take. The secret is standing up for yourself.

For me, I think this all ties into professionalism. You really have to believe that what you do is worth more. True, if the company treats you poorly then some people will act accordingly. I like to believe pilots are stronger than that. That's why we leave the party early or take the taxi... It's just the right thing to do.

Now group hug.

On the stuff about ALPA... Why don't they have public relations all over this. Media is a for profit industry, anyone can get out there and push stories. Every week there should be a feel good story out there sharing all the love...even guys with small children and large balloons figured out that you can get anything out into the public with a little work...