Links to breaking news, writers' blogs, YouTube videos, and other coverage of the WGA strike:

Daily Show and Colbert Writers - Mock Debate in DC (blog post): WGA member Allison Abner reports on the mock debate staged in Washington DC on January 23rd by the writers for the Daily Show and the Colbert Report to draw attention to the issues behind the strike. The point of copyright for screenwriters is also discussed. Videos of the mock debate are included.

From Hollywood to the Hill (article): TV Guide reports on NBC's decision to not cut its development deals, unlike CBS, Fox, and the CW, as well as the mock debate in DC.

Mike Scully: Questions and Hope as Negotiations Resume (blog post): Simpsons writer Mike Scully talks his perspective on the DGA deal and what it means for the writers.

[Call the AMPTP] (LJ post): FFWGA is asking strike supporters to call Jeff Zucker at NBC to voice their displeasure at the antistrike decisions made.

Imagining an awkward Oscars monologue (article): An example of what Jon Stewart's Oscar monologue might be if the show goes on without the writers and a useful reminder as to why the writing staff is so important in any entertainment venture. [