All this is sad and unfair, period.
But we must keep in mind that it is dictated, like a lot of things today, by the MARKET FORCES!
One day, experienced pilots will be a rare asset again and will be threated with the due respect, otherwise they will flock to greener pastures...
It is naive to try to convince professionals under present poor packages (or none at all!) not to apply to an unfriendly outfit.