This whole episode smacks of corporate desperation. To ram a completely unworkable and laughably incompetent policy through, without any warning or negotiation with the AOA shows just how panicked they have become. The sickness rates are climbing at an ever increasing rate (particularly on the freighter), resignations are ramping up and generally the operation is beginning to fall apart (just see how many ports have had their service reduced). CX is now in full panic mode, and this policy (most likely an opening shot from the new GMA) is illuminating in it's thoughtlessness. In light of this move, why on earth are the AOA even considering continuing with negotiations? The company is still not dealing with reality, and until they do we should simply say, "call us when you can talk sense" (and $). In the meantime, I'm going to continue with my recuperation, sit down in my comfy chair with a bucket of popcorn and enjoy the show. You can't purchase entertainment as good as this.