In the end everyone feels the need to justify their existence at either Delta, Emirates, or wherever. That comment about shafting you for a dime while they steal your pension could be any airline management anywhere. Except at EK, they shaft you for a 600 million dollar profit.
As for Stickontheice, a whore with a car, paid-for accommodation, and steady pay for her services, is still a whore. I look forward to your comments when you've worked for EK for more than three months.