Notwithstanding the bad news that some folks are likely to be losing their jobs involuntarily, what is truly saddening is the 'mob mentality' which seems to be prevalent on this thread, and probably within much of the company.
So someone expresses an opinion which is at odds with the 'majority' view, not necessarily offensive but perhaps understandable considering the anxiety and fear for one's own mortgage/family/Christmas etc. facing the potential redundant person. The last few pages have increasing been along the lines of 'I hope I never fly with you', 'we know who you are', 'I hope you get the sack' etc etc, all the while insisting on the need for unity.
You should be ashamed.