I would forgo any raise if they would reinstate
the 20yr and out and 30yr and out rules.You have a bunch of guys that want to retire and can't because they can't afford the medical insurance and aren't 62 yet.This in turn keeps me from moving up the board and making more money.It also keeps company's from hiring new and younger people that could shore up membership in the union for years to come.
Just my 2 cents worth
Johnnyr33