We are having a transit strike here in NYC. Let me tell you it is hard to feel sorry for these guys. This is day 2 and it has caused my family and myself some iritation. Here are the points they are striking for

1. The right to retire at 55 with full benefits
2. Not having to contribute to their health benefits.
3. Not happy with 3% raises for the next 3 years. They want 8%

Well I and everyone I know contributes to their health plans (talking non union)
Our raises have been running about 3% for the past several years
As for retiring at 55 well I'm 51 with a 6 year old daughter so retirement does not appear to be in the cards for me. I am sure they will find me dead at my desk one day. I really wish these people would come to their senses and remember who they are hurting.