After sorting through 6 pages of posts debating facts, I have come to the conclussion that myself, along with others on this forum, cannot seperate the lies from the truth. One thing I know for certain. The discussion on this forum, intentional or not, is not condusive to solidaraity within the Fleet Service group at US and serves as a distraction to our current status in contract negotiations. The battle line is this week in DC. The support and focus should be on that front. IMO... for the betterment of the membership; the politics, second guessing, divisive opinions must wait! I know there are members who feel we are entitled to better representation from the IAM. I know there are opposition slates running against the incumbent district 141 Officers and for the first time in many years against the incumbent International Officers. Unfortunately, this circumstance has taken priority, for some, over the immediate task at hand for the US NC and the members they represent. Change may be coming within the IAM. From the very top to the district level. Unfortunately, while we chatter and bicker over politics the US Fleet may become collateral damage. FAll IN! Lock and Load! Second guessing is for losers! Every member must do what they need to do! It's time we get what we came here for!
