I started flying military in '69, and was appalled at the flying duty time required for MAC. When I went to my airline in '78, I was ready for 'civilized' flying, with reasonable duty and rest periods. HA! At least the military required a 12-hour dedicated pre-departure rest period. The airline (in my case) cared not a whit...I could be on standby for 24 hours, then be assigned for a 24 hour duty day, and that happened (3-pilot crew). That happened, because the companies want it to happen, and CORPORATIONS RUN THE UNITED STATES (except for those not politically connected). The Dems have their favourite contributors, as well as the Republicans, as far as airlines are concerned. I am 'retired' (no pension, so I must work). But, don't expect any change in duty requirements from the political FAA. Ain't in the cards.