Unfortunately, there are about 600 folks that won't be able to see past those 2 sections.
Lots more to consider and vote on than simply increases in FO pay and basing.
This sounds familiar. Circa 2005???? Except I think the number was just shy of 2000.
I couldn't agree more with your reasoning out the pros and the cons. However, being a captain doesn't make you any more knowledgeable on this subject. If a guy likes the TA, vote it. If not, don't. Pretty simple.