Sure there was a choice! The union could have accepted NW's offer or bargained with the understanding that NW is losing $4million/day and drastic remedies were needed! Would it be fair? Would it in the best interest of my family? Would it mean, as a mechanic with seniority, that my job and benefits would continue, albeit at a lower level? All these questions, as well as others, needed to be evaluated and a decision made.

Yes, absolutely, there was a choice. Unfortunately, the wrong choice was made by the union!