As a relative newby in the EMS field (still in school) I have to wonder what 
other options there may be besides a union.  A union that isn't actually 
doing anything is pretty dumb to have around, and I think there are laws that 
limit the effectiveness of unions that deal with government agencies.  Most 
of the employment oppurtunities around here are at least county-level, 
sometimes state.  To me, that would make the point moot for a majority of 
people.  But I do agree that EMS seems to be underpaid in relation to other 
fields.  If more education was required, would that change the situation any?
--- Maximus 3.01
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