In Solidarity with WGA

Two weeks into the writers' strike, I have been asked if it has affected me. In regards to my working, well, I was unemployed (with no prospects) before the strike, so it's hard to say it has affected my job situation. However, in the larger sense, it has informed me, and pushed me to stay informed. The issues at hand (digital/internet pay and DVD residuals) are real, and are the same issues my unions as an actor (SAG/AFTRA) and director (DGA) will be focusing on when our contracts expire this coming June. I am proud of my writer brothers and sisters, for being steadfast and strong. If it were to have been affecting my work situation, I would be standing beside you, close and unwavering.

I don't claim to be an authority on the issues. But, I can assume there must be some money to be made on the internet. I can't see Rupert Murdoch paying $580 million for this MySpace entity if he wasn't expecting some kind of return.

I'm sure, like any argument, there is another side to the story, but view this clip to get some idea of where the writers stand:

Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8a37uqd5vTw

Then decide for yourself where you stand.

In solidarity,

CT