Strike!

I just read what might be the most cynical thing I've read in months. I'm aspiring to maintain a more positive outlook (more on that later), and therefore, I'm trying to shy away from such things. But this seems to be a scenario where hard-core cynicism is not only justified but required.

There's more coverage at Asymmetrical Information where the above story is found.

Update: Factoids of the day:

• Average train or bus driver salary: $63,000 per year
• Average station agent (i.e. the person in the cage) salary: $51,000
• Average New Yorker salary: $45,000
• Starting salary for a NYC policeman: $35,000