The simple fact is that we want the flying back, and to get it back the reality is we need to accept the economics.
Resetting seniority is a huge part of this for companies. It is and was part of the plan.
I think that airlines would get better candidates if they did start out making regional wages but had a direct line to the 777A seat.
Just sayin.....
The military argument is getting smaller and smaller as they will be producing less pilots.