Originally Posted by YAKflyer

Explain to me why someone who worked 30 years for a benefit should have that benefit given away to someone who's company didn't even provide lift for the retiree's company when he retired?

You are entitled to your opinion but that's all. Go get on the junpseat and be thankful for that when you want to get to work. When it comes time to go on vacation buy a ticket if you want me to agree you should get on a flight ahead of me on my company.