Southwest Airlines mechanics have voted against the integration agreement crafted between their union and the Teamsters who represent Airtran mechanics.  Curiously, Airtran mechanics voted overwhelmingly for the integration agreement. 

This isn’t the worst setback for Southwest but it does make one wonder what was a part of that agreement that made it so unsatisfying for the mechanics?  This isn’t an area that should feel too threatened on either side as Southwest has a culture of inclusion and has a strong need for mechanics to service its aircraft.  I do not see how anyone could have perceived that their jobs or salaries were threatened.

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