It (a strike vote) is standard practice at this stage in labor negotiations. It does not imply that a strike is imminent or inevitable.

Leo (Mullin, Delta's CEO) has said further unionization would not be in the best interest of Delta or Delta people. He's vowed to maintain top pay so there will not be a need for a third party.

It's a response to the competitive conditions of the marketplace.

Failure to respond to the letter is an additional unfair labor practice.

We took our best batting practice, so far. I thought we had a good chance to hit this guy, and we came out flat.

No matter how much falls on us, we keep plowing ahead. That's the only way to keep the roads clear.