Union Solidarity - WGA Strike Links Through Dec. 1
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Kristen Kilar
Kristen is a theatre major currently in her last year as a college undergrad, planning to pursue a career as a stage manager. In addiction to theatre she has a deep interest in writing and in fandom. By Kristen Kilar
Published on 12/1/2007
Links to breaking news, writers' blogs, YouTube videos, and other coverage of the WGA strike.
You're going to Hollywood! Hope you don't like health care.
Links to breaking news, writers' blogs, YouTube videos, and
other coverage of the WGA strike:
So, How Many People Are Watching Network TV Shows Online? (news blurb, located near bottom of page): A quick and dirty distillation of the numbers, what they mean, and why the networks don't seem to be making much sense when they claim the ratings exceeded expectations.
Joss Whedon Looks Into A Crystal Ball (blog post): Joss Whedon foretells the future of the strike, what it means for the industry even if all is solved by Tuesday next, and his own personal picketing future.
SEIU Rally – Strong Show Of Support – Let's Keep It Up! (blog post): An update on the SEIU rally this past Thursday, and a reminder that the WGA supports the SEIU, and that the unions need to stick together.
E-Mail Details the "Hottest" Strike Locations (article): TV Guide provides excerpts from an e-mail making the rounds of the striking WGA writers. At the very least, we are assured, our writers are keeping their sense of humor about the whole thing.
More Clarification on the AMPTP's Numbers (blog post): Further clarification on exactly what state the negotiations are in right now. Includes reminders that the strike is neither over nor won yet, and an explanation for the current four-day break.
SAG – Call To Arms (blog post): SAG member Justine Bateman sums up why the actors' guild should support the WGA strike, and calls for her fellow actors to walk the picket line.
Not The Riches (YouTube video): Meet an average writer walking the picket line, and remember that this isn't all about the famous and the constantly-in-work.
"You're Going To Hollywood! Hope You Don't Like Health Care!" The First Picket On American Idol (blog post): Picketers staged a protest outside of auditions for the reality show 'American Idol', passing out leaflets and urging support for writers, including reality show writers not covered by the union.
So, How Many People Are Watching Network TV Shows Online? (news blurb, located near bottom of page): A quick and dirty distillation of the numbers, what they mean, and why the networks don't seem to be making much sense when they claim the ratings exceeded expectations.
Joss Whedon Looks Into A Crystal Ball (blog post): Joss Whedon foretells the future of the strike, what it means for the industry even if all is solved by Tuesday next, and his own personal picketing future.
SEIU Rally – Strong Show Of Support – Let's Keep It Up! (blog post): An update on the SEIU rally this past Thursday, and a reminder that the WGA supports the SEIU, and that the unions need to stick together.
E-Mail Details the "Hottest" Strike Locations (article): TV Guide provides excerpts from an e-mail making the rounds of the striking WGA writers. At the very least, we are assured, our writers are keeping their sense of humor about the whole thing.
More Clarification on the AMPTP's Numbers (blog post): Further clarification on exactly what state the negotiations are in right now. Includes reminders that the strike is neither over nor won yet, and an explanation for the current four-day break.
SAG – Call To Arms (blog post): SAG member Justine Bateman sums up why the actors' guild should support the WGA strike, and calls for her fellow actors to walk the picket line.
Not The Riches (YouTube video): Meet an average writer walking the picket line, and remember that this isn't all about the famous and the constantly-in-work.
"You're Going To Hollywood! Hope You Don't Like Health Care!" The First Picket On American Idol (blog post): Picketers staged a protest outside of auditions for the reality show 'American Idol', passing out leaflets and urging support for writers, including reality show writers not covered by the union.