What???? When did I ever mention I'd like less? Could you please quote that part and point that out to me?
If you honestly believe you are getting more from 710 than you are the maroon my friend. Currently $401 a week into the fund and no raise in sight. If you had the ability to comprehend you'd realize that this kind of compensation would make you a millionaire in less than 25 years. Keep celebrating a pension that will soon be less than 50% of your current salary.
By joining the National and voluntarily giving up autonomy. You need to re-read your statements. Mean what you say and say what you mean. 710's autonomy, or what's left of it, was fought for by fellows a lot stronger and smarter than you. Yes, I do believe WE all are getting more from 710. The security created by the leaders of 710, past and present, is obviously taken for granted by a few idiots as yourself. You are a fine example of the term "dumbing down the workforce". The company loves guys like you.
As far as the pension, maybe you could name the companies who would pay their truck drivers or other full time employees what you make let alone contribute to a pension, health, and welfare plan. Try and get that money elsewhere.... 710's plan is paying for several retirees who are living longer and never had funds paid into the fund on their behalf equal to today's costs. Many have spouses who are collecting long after their husbands have passed. The fund is in the lower 80% and is ranked one of the best in the country. There are federal laws regarding increased payouts. You need to read up on those laws so that you don't continue to look like a fool. If the plan moves into the lower 90% look for a increase.
