Neither Dickey nor Fred was dropped from the leadership of Pilots Agree. We all knew that MMP could not continue to pay salaries forever without some income. It was a tough, contested election. Dickey s letter incorrectly implies otherwise. Bob s term as Vice President expires Dec. 31, 2000.
Many more cases are still pending.
We also must point out that some of these river mariners are not, or have not been, members of MMP but MMP still fights for their legal rights. Because it is right. History demonstrates that if an employer s claims turn out to be empty promises, the union will win the next round. Very few workers are willing to be fooled twice. Please keep us informed of any abuses by any employer.