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Subject: Important Contract 2007 Development

IT’S OFFICIAL – This afternoon, the WGAE Council and WGAW Board unanimously voted to call a strike. The Writers Guilds will go on strike Monday, November 5th at 12:01 AM. At that time, all Guild-covered work under the MBA must cease. We will be sending more detailed information over the weekend.

WHAT SHOULD DO YOU: Join us on the picket line – we’ll be sending you information about our picket lines. Come out and show your solidarity. Your Contract Captain will be in touch with you. Be prepared to serve.

STAY INFORMED – The media and online blogs are not always the best and most accurate source of news -– the WGA is. We will keep you informed and up to date. Here are ways to stay informed: ...

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