Ggrowler, it sounds like you need to get off that crusty old Eastern pedestal and support your fellow man. I bet you are one of those that would backstab the next man without any second thought. You speak of such loyalty, but it seems like your quite the whinger!!
Grow up, and when you have something relevent to say, then say it. Otherwise stop wasting time. Good luck, hope the CRJ's come your way.
There is no announcement, simple! A chineese whispers rumour is all it is.
