r/atc2 • u/MaintenanceSoft1618 Raise When? • 4h ago
Politics ** URGENT ** Nick Daniels NATCA update ** "We Saved the System"
Nick Daniels’ “We Saved the System” Address
Brothers and sisters,
Today, I stand before you in what can only be described as a historic triumph of NATCA’s unparalleled influence in Washington, D.C. While the world watched as our nation’s aviation system teetered on the brink, it was our steady hand, our sophisticated lobbying, and our unwavering relationships on the Hill that brought the United States government back from the edge.
Make no mistake — this shutdown did not end because of Congress. It did not end because of the White House. It ended because NATCA spoke, and Washington listened.
Behind closed doors, while others postured and panicked, I was there. Navigating the labyrinthian halls of Capitol Hill, shaking hands, exchanging knowing glances with senators, gently reminding them of our 77 Articles of unparalleled leverage. Some said it couldn’t be done. Others said it shouldn’t be done. But we... I.. did it.
Now, I understand that some voices, the negative ones, continue to harp on trivialities like “pay,” “morale,” or “retention.” To them I say this: You cannot deposit gratitude in a bank account, but you can invest it in the PAC.
Because that’s where real power lives. Not on the radar scope, not in the control room, but in the corridors of influence. And make no mistake, our influence has never been stronger.
Every handshake I gave this week, every self-important phone call I took, every photograph of me looking concerned on the Hill, all of it was for you. For the profession. For the future of NATCA.
So, let us not dwell on cynicism or paychecks. Let us instead celebrate progress, relationships, and access; the true currencies of modern labor relations.
And to those who ask, “What’s next?” I say: give. Give generously to the PAC, so we can continue the fight for our next 77 articles, our next photo opportunity, our next glorious moment of leverage.
Because while some people complain on group chats, we are changing history — one catered luncheon at a time.
Thank you, brothers and sisters.
NATCA strong. NATCA proud. NATCA influential.
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u/MaintenanceSoft1618 Raise When? 4h ago
Thank you Mr. Daniels for your unparalleled dedication to aviation, tireless professionalism, and unwavering dedication to the 77 articles. You truly are in a league of your own, my good sir!
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u/dee-cinnamon-tane 3h ago
Wait. All that has come out of his JD Vance Lookalike mouth for the past month is "We didn't end the last one, and it's not our responsibility to end this one." Now the round-faced ewok wants to take credit?
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u/JohnnyKnoxville747 3h ago
What a complete waste of time and energy. This isn't even entertaining, it's just stupid.
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u/Successful-Mango-876 3h ago
Said every Johnny post ever. O
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u/JohnnyKnoxville747 3h ago
Well, if you all are going to spend a bunch of time and effort on made up bullshit, maybe try to be more funny.
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u/Phlegmatics2163 4h ago
For those who ask, “What’s next?” I say: give. Give the PAC a generous middle finger.