Mr. Bethune is quick to praise his own efforts in rebuilding Continental. However, the predatory tactics of Frank Lorenzo set the stage from which he now profits. Continental's favorable cost structure is in large part due to the destructive bankruptcies that dramatically altered the lives of its employees in the 1980s and beyond. We believe the proposed merger is the best deal for our employees. If US Airways becomes part of United Airlines' worldwide system, the jobs of the 45,000 men and women at US Airways will be saved.
Real vision calls for acting now to preserve our long-term future.
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