The Republic pilots will NEVER see a substantial raise. Bedford tried to start up Republic during last contract negotiations to whipsaw like Tran States/Gojets and Mesa/Freedom. This is the type of person he is. He parked every single plane on the Midwest operating certificate to get rid of the expensive Midwest pilots. You guys are dreaming if you think Republic is going to become a major airline. He's creating hubs in Denver against United and Southwest and Milwaukee against Airtran, Delta, and Southwest. It's been proven in history that a hub can only support two airlines. This might seem far-fetched to you Republic pilots, but I will not be surprised if Bedford files for bankruptcy before you guys ever see a new contract. I keep getting told by Republic pilots that Bedford is ordering new Airbuses. I highly doubt that given his history. Your first officers top out at $37/hour. No one is upgrading. The feed contracts will be dropped by the mainline partners as they expire. The growth at Republic is gone. I'm not sure why you guys are so optimistic. You must know something that I don't.