We have gotten to the point where we need to get a deal out to our members so the members can speak directly to the company.

There's relief that there's finally a tentative agreement, but there's outrage at some of the changes in it.

On many issues, we have found common ground. But we have a gulf between us on job security, particularly if the airline is sold or merged.

At the meetings, we can talk about how to perpetually organize and the value of continually setting resources aside to do this. And we absolutely must leave with a plan for specific actions.

They want more. They're a corporate bully. They want our lunch money, our futures, our job protections.

We (Northwest flight attendants) have been going across the Pacific for 70 years and offering excellent service. Our (plane) loads are full. We continue to have the highest loads because of excellent flight attendant service,which includes cultural sensitivity and language skills.