Ukridge
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- Aug 27, 2002
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Mr. McTiernan stated: "The Colonists did more than dump tea. They fought for what was right. "
I would certainly think that this would be open to various levels of interpretations depending on what one side views the past recalcitrance and impertinent behavour of the colonialists
Living under the rule of the Crown is not the unmitigated horror that you present it to be. Although I am not a monarchist, I say that we could let all be forgiven and bring the original 13 back into the fold B)
World Traveler: I would agree with you on both of your points - the first being the protectionist stance re. aviation accords. The amount of money at stake in this field, is for us, a significant economic interest. Not having a sound historical basis on which to move forward, we lean on the crutch of looking at the American de-regulation of its domestic air market. I know - this comparison is fraught with pitfalls if not outright non-applicablity. Yet, there are some lessons to be gleaned and we are proceeding cautiously and from a posture of defence.
Second, I would agree that there have been glimmers of financial rigour in both England and on the Continent. Where I often however, have more questions than answers is the role in the government of dampening or making soft the landing when an indsutry is so radically reformed. When the coal industry collapsed in the North and Wales, there was much jubilation from the swanks that the poor colliers with disease encrusted lungs finally got their comeuppance. Well, the party in the City (London proper and the financial district for those who have never visited) did not last long. The social costs of this collapse are still being felt today. In the haste to usher in the reform a lot of damage was done. I know, I know, the collier with an IQ of 89 should have recognized what was wrong, taken off to Oxford to read law, and then set up a sign in the City where he could rake in packets of money. Unfortunately the reality has been otherwise. Do these changes need to take place? Yes! I only look to the social and political leaders to take a long look before they let the broadsword make its cuts. Guide the process if you will with a sense of noblesse. Does the social gain of a cheap air ticket have an efficacious effect on the entire economic and social body of the nation? The question to be at least asked while the economy moves through its evolution.
Cheers
I would certainly think that this would be open to various levels of interpretations depending on what one side views the past recalcitrance and impertinent behavour of the colonialists
Living under the rule of the Crown is not the unmitigated horror that you present it to be. Although I am not a monarchist, I say that we could let all be forgiven and bring the original 13 back into the fold B)
World Traveler: I would agree with you on both of your points - the first being the protectionist stance re. aviation accords. The amount of money at stake in this field, is for us, a significant economic interest. Not having a sound historical basis on which to move forward, we lean on the crutch of looking at the American de-regulation of its domestic air market. I know - this comparison is fraught with pitfalls if not outright non-applicablity. Yet, there are some lessons to be gleaned and we are proceeding cautiously and from a posture of defence.
Second, I would agree that there have been glimmers of financial rigour in both England and on the Continent. Where I often however, have more questions than answers is the role in the government of dampening or making soft the landing when an indsutry is so radically reformed. When the coal industry collapsed in the North and Wales, there was much jubilation from the swanks that the poor colliers with disease encrusted lungs finally got their comeuppance. Well, the party in the City (London proper and the financial district for those who have never visited) did not last long. The social costs of this collapse are still being felt today. In the haste to usher in the reform a lot of damage was done. I know, I know, the collier with an IQ of 89 should have recognized what was wrong, taken off to Oxford to read law, and then set up a sign in the City where he could rake in packets of money. Unfortunately the reality has been otherwise. Do these changes need to take place? Yes! I only look to the social and political leaders to take a long look before they let the broadsword make its cuts. Guide the process if you will with a sense of noblesse. Does the social gain of a cheap air ticket have an efficacious effect on the entire economic and social body of the nation? The question to be at least asked while the economy moves through its evolution.
Cheers
I can't remember EVER having any kind of a nice party at UniTED when I worked there. Even when they were raking in billions they didn't have a party! And, get a clue EBWQS!!!! We only have five, count 'em (5) 737's still in operation. Those will ALL be gone or out of service by APRIL. So spout about things you know about OK! UniTED SUX'S, PERIOD! 
