I find this all really quite bewildering.
The economy as a whole is in a dreadful state. I am lucky enough to have a relatively "secure" aviation job, but I know others are not. I am willing, if needs be, to take a short-term knock to my pay/Ts&Cs to have a long-term future where I am.
Surely, in times such as these, everyone should pull together, take the lean for now and keep their heads above water? When things improve, negotiate for a bit more then. Rather that than digging your heels in the sand now, to be dragged straight to the back of the dole queue?
Those voting to strike: Maybe you are the fortunate ones who have a higher-earning spouse than yourselves. Have you even considered your colleauges who depend upon their BA salary to keep a roof over their heads and food on the table for themselves (and perhaps their families)?
Just be pragmatic.