Originally Posted by ExecDecisions
Actually, this article was cut and pasted for an open review in this forum, as I am truly concerned about this issue. I was hoping for others insights on this topic.
Can I ask what the source is then? I'm sorry if I seem suspicious but your first posts to the board are on this subject - not exactly the classic "how do I get an upgrade" question most new posters tend to put in.
Originally Posted by ExecDecisions
In today’s environment I hold my breath every time I take off and I am leery during flight concerning those seated around me not to mention what is in the cargo hold. With today’s cut backs I know screening cargo is limited not to mention the pressure TSA is under not to inconvenience the customers of the airline. Another poster held TSA with contempt. They actually are a very effective layer of security.
Again I'm sorry but this seems a but too black and white. Outsourcing doesn't exactly equate to security issues. Unless you are trying to equate outsourcing with allowing infiltrators in I seriously doubt a foreign born FA is going to be any more ameanable to losing her life to a terrorist than the current NW FAs. If you are trying to say that foriegn FAs are more likely to be with the enemy - well there is certainly growing evidence of home grown terrorist plots.
Oh and as for the TSA employees - having been one of the victims of the TSA RX pilfering that went on in GEG - I think there is good reason to occassionally needle them. In fact when you consider the power that they have its probably a good idea to alway have some contrary opinion out there helping to ensure a little check and balance.
Originally Posted by ExecDecisions
I do understand that business models change and that the business environment has changed, however I question are we changing to quickly? Have we considered the long-term effects of our actions here at home? As we sacrifice our work groups what will rush in and fill the void. Will we be cutting our own throats in the end? These are the questions I pose to you.
I'll certainly give you a point on this one. Outsourcing is starting to get painful for many - and I'll count myself as one of the victims. I may be employed today but I'm still working to get to my salary of the late 90's. However, when you look at NW's case in isolation you really have to look at both sides of the coin. NW is facign potential long term extinction. Something really has to change.
Originally Posted by ExecDecisions
As I am a passenger I am not a mindless corporate drone nor am I a whining Unionist looking for a harbor in a storm. I am a freethinking individual that would hope others could see past their respective wallets and look at the bigger picture for a moment.
Well you're perfectly within your rights to vote with your feet and speak your voice. There are still a lot of carriers out there with primarily unionized domestic staff.