S & R;
It would really be super to have the whole industry band together but as there is not enough (never enough) work to go around - you will find that a number of our 'comrades' will always be willing to break ranks and work for peanuts.
It has always amazed me that a few operators that have always paid peanuts and demanded long hours have never-ever had a shortage of applicants.
When the dream is strong - people will do anything (well - almost anything
).
Look at the way B.T.T. was shafted by a fellow pilot who accepted $200 a week less. Yes, you can say the operator was/is at fault, I agree - but the fact that BTT's mate was prepared to do it for less is just as bad.
BTW; C.F. is 80% right - go west & try CSWAFC. Good operators, good aircraft and good money.
Good Luck