Boeing has n’t had a great year in 2024. Parts falling off planes, the craptacular Starliner saga, and the mysterious death of a whistleblower do n’t do much to bolster the public’s trust in the , company.
Advertisement
Put to Boeing’s issues a hit that is raging in its second year. A staggering 33, 000 West Coast workers are firing after declining presents like a 25 % increase over the course of four years and higher efficiency bonuses.
According to Mint,” the largest union and the U.S. planemaker have struggled to find common ground,” most just failing to reach an agreement on crucial issues in the presence of national mediators.
Boeing prioritizes reaching a package with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers as it grapples with mounting debts, worsening money fire, and the possibility of losing its funding level rating, according to the report.
Boeing’s “best and final offer” to the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers includes a 30 % general wage increase, a$ 6, 000 ratification bonus, and an , increased company 401 ( k ) match. Next year, the two parties may bring up the issue.
While they’re off the job, many workers are n’t on the picket lines. Instead of living it up in challenging locations, they are collaborating on images and experience in a private Facebook group.
One team member sent The Spectator pictures of some of the content. Cockburn, Spectator World’s talk journalist, shared some cases with visitors.
Advertisement
Recommended:  , Officials Are Hindering Rescue Efforts in North Carolina, and One Rescuer Has Had Enough
” ‘ When Boeing fails…. Imagine ON SPORTS! #STRIKE #IAM751# NFL #MLB,’ a stunning Boeing employee just posted on Instagram, geotagging a three-star resort and casino in Washington State”, Cockburn reports.
These people are cowardly. Actually the name of the Facebook group will tell you everything you need to know about the attitude of these workers.
” The party, called’ Boeing People ( Lazy B),’ contains a multitude of messages from striking people on vacation in Mexico, playing in games, and on hunting trips”, Cockburn explains.” ‘ On hit in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco Mexico. #iam751 #boeing,’ another blog reads. A second reads,’ strike fishing once.'”
These employees must have not anticipated that their Twitter posts would become popular, but according to Cockburn, the tone-deaf posts” threaten to destroy an otherwise compassionate audience to a group of dazzling employees who have no shortage of leverage as their management suffers PR blow after blow.”
Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash. ), one of the most radical members of Congress, lends her a sympathetic ear. She joined the union on the picket line, or those who are n’t living it up in fun and exotic locations, and made a statement that sounded exactly like what you would expect from a Marxist.
Advertisement
We have seen in dramatic fashion this year how Boeing has raised salaries for shareholders and CEOs while employees express safety concerns, Jayapal said.” I hope Boeing and the machinists come back to the table to work in good faith to address the issues of fair wages and pensions,” he added.
Cockburn demonstrates how if a strike like this lasts too long, the general public wo n’t take well to it:
While sports gambling while on strike is not uncommon, the optics of the striking employees skipping out on fixing the precise Boeing products that are causing pause for travelers are n’t great. Darüber hinaus, the strike has the potential to harm both the American military and those of our allies.
A protracted strike could put off planned P-8 Poseidons deliveries to the Royal Australian Air Force and the US Navy. Additionally, Israel is anticipating late arrivals of KC-46 aerial refueling tankers, which would put a risk on a key US ally as adversaries like Iran look into any potential weaknesses.  ,
The International Longshoremen’s Association’s temporary resolution teaches us something, and that the general public has little patience for striking employees who threaten their holiday travel and gift-buying schedule.
Advertisement
While the strikers ‘ antics probably wo n’t do much to restore Boeing’s standing with the public, they do n’t do much to endear the union to everyday Americans. Democrats who side with workers who are fishing, gambling, and partying while on strike are n’t doing themselves any favors, either.
By becoming a PJ Media VIP, you can support our efforts to report the truth. Our members have access to exclusive content, podcasts, the comments section, and an ad-free experience, plus, PJ Media VIPs are investing in solid, truthful, conservative reporting.
PJ Media VIP membership is incredibly affordable on its own, but you can save 50 % off with the promo code SAVEAMERICA! What are you anticipating?  , Sign up today!  ,