It seems to me as a neutral observer that the root cause of this dispute has been the lack of integrity displayed by the VS management in their dealings with their Pilots.
Within the Pilot community at my employer (one of the UK charter 'majors') there is frequently wide disagreement on almost all aspects of relations with the Company management. I don't suppose that things were much different amongst the VS folk a few years ago. That they have achieved such solidarity on the token issue of pay reveals just how badly they have been let down by their 'management' and how little respect they have been given in recent years.
Well done on your joint stance chaps. Hopefully your managers will in future stick to what they have previously agreed and 'going forward' (
) will treat you with the respect you deserve..... you certainly have mine.