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Overspeed said:What's the status on the NMB decision?
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You mean you have no insight as to why the NMB is delaying its decision?
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Overspeed said:What's the status on the NMB decision?
You really don't have a clue. It's been over 13 weeks. The longest in history waiting for a decision from the NMB in a SCS ruling...Overspeed said:What's the status on the NMB decision?
Vortilon said:Nobody wants to see the TWU & IAM get the boot more than I, when it comes to representing AA's AMTs. After what happened the last 2 times, how could any of us trust the NMB, AA, or the IAM/TWU dues collection agencies to play fair? There are a few things in play right now that could prove to be game changers. No point in tipping our hats too early.
Game changer huh? Sure hope so. Today now marks 14 weeks. I am still assuming that IF the NMB warrants an election, there should be another 30 days after announcement to collect a bum rush of cards. Hope you guys can do it this time around...Vortilon said:Nobody wants to see the TWU & IAM get the boot more than I, when it comes to representing AA's AMTs. After what happened the last 2 times, how could any of us trust the NMB, AA, or the IAM/TWU dues collection agencies to play fair? There are a few things in play right now that could prove to be game changers. No point in tipping our hats too early.
swamt said:Game changer huh? Sure hope so. Today now marks 14 weeks. I am still assuming that IF the NMB warrants an election, there should be another 30 days after announcement to collect a bum rush of cards. Hope you guys can do it this time around...
Trust me AIM, at this time it will not get done. WE, at SWA have too many items going on at this time. I have tried, I have pushed, and I have preached to have support for you guys to come in. The major response I get is, why hasn't it happened yet? They have been doing this for over 10-15 years. AMFA National has spent a large amount of money to try and help you guys into AMFA. MY local 11 has also spent a large amount of money to get you guys in. The majority at this time is done with spending. We have had votes to try and help you guys and they have failed by the majority to continue any more help. You guys really need to get this done by the grass roots efforts. And I will tell you this, if it's not done this time, it just won't happen. I have said this in the past. If you guys are still looking for help from National, then things are not as good as I have been told. Keep the cards updated, watch for a dramatic increase in card signings IF and after the NMB makes a decision.AMFAinMIAMI said:
SWAMT
That would be the perfect time for guys like yourself who want us to succeed in bring in AMFA to get the NEC to get fully behind this so that it will happen. Guy's like you who could and should get with the Officers of AMFA and tell them that unless any carrier such as AA or UAL or any other carrier becomes AMFA. They will only be running a mom&pop union as the TWU and the other industrial unions put it.
O. V. Delle-Femene wanted a union that would represent all mechanics in the industry, "YES" It's AMFA's Policy to let the companies that wish to bring AMFA in do it on their own. I get that. But that was a long time ago and change at AMFA is needed as well if the NEC is not willing to grow the union that you and I and other want to represent our class and craft in the industry.
It does not have to come in any monetary amount of money but in written statements to the AA mechanics that they are wanted and that AMFA would welcome the chance to represent us.
"YES" I get the IGM and they are scared of loosing the jobs they have if UAL or AA bring AMFA in, but doesn't that bring more power to the union and a better way for our class and craft?
Maybe its time for AMFA National to show what they are made of and put it it there.
Wouldn't that quiet the likes of the objectors on this board which you know.?
Having more than 9000+ members become AMFA would give AMFA the money to bring change to the laws that effect our trade, don't you think? It's $7.2 Million just with AA. so any money above that that is from US is more of a +.
Your constant support here is welcome but you and your fellow AMFA members lobbying for our cause with AMFA National would help us even more.
swamt said:Trust me AIM, at this time it will not get done. WE, at SWA have too many items going on at this time. I have tried, I have pushed, and I have preached to have support for you guys to come in. The major response I get is, why hasn't it happened yet? They have been doing this for over 10-15 years. AMFA National has spent a large amount of money to try and help you guys into AMFA. MY local 11 has also spent a large amount of money to get you guys in. The majority at this time is done with spending. We have had votes to try and help you guys and they have failed by the majority to continue any more help. You guys really need to get this done by the grass roots efforts. And I will tell you this, if it's not done this time, it just won't happen. I have said this in the past. If you guys are still looking for help from National, then things are not as good as I have been told. Keep the cards updated, watch for a dramatic increase in card signings IF and after the NMB makes a decision.
Again, sorry for all the negative info, but we really are gearing up for a possible arbitration over our current sec 6 nego's. All monies are focused where they need to be right now. The membership will in no way will approve our monies to be used in any other way at this time. Hope you can understand, but I also fully understand your frustration. Good luck to you guys and still hope you guys can get it done this time around...
700UW said:So why would you want to join a union that is making no effort to organize you?
You just made it clear that you miss the fundamental tenet of the AMFA.700UW said:So why would you want to join a union that is making no effort to organize you?
Are you sure about that?AMFAinMIAMI said:
700UW
With AMFA the union represents only mechanics, NOT bus drivers, Transit workers, stock clerks, fleet workers, butchers, bakers or even candle stick markers.
700UW said:Are you sure about that?
Your posting misinformation.