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Writers Guild of America East, AFL-CIO, is a labor union representing writers in film, television, news, podcasts, and online media.

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Onion Inc Union @onionunion.bsky.social · 3h
The Onion Union has four months until our contract expires. Here are some tips to unionize your workplace.
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Join the WGAE Nonfiction Organizing Committee on Wednesday, September 30 to cowork, discuss industry updates, our organizing plan and what concrete steps you can take to help! RSVP: wgaea.st/NFOC-HH
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
"The recklessness of the tech oligarchs pushing AI on our society has been matched only by their rampant dishonesty." - WGAE Executive Director Sam Wheeler on what Hollywood's unions think about existential AI warnings, and how policymakers should step in. Read: www.theverge.com/ai-artificia...
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What Hollywood thinks about existential AI warnings
SAG-AFTRA and the WGA are focused on what’s actually happening now.
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
A good year and a meaningful fast to those observing Yom Kippur!
Yom Kippur - G'Mar Chatima Tovah [Writers Guild of America East logo]
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In These Times @inthesetimes.com · 16/09/2026
Union members: This one’s for you. Sign up for 10 free issues of In These Times and get independent reporting on politics, labor and the movement for workers’ rights. No credit card required: inthesetimes.com/union
Repeated blue panels show a black silhouetted hand holding a single rose; the center panel reads FREE 10-ISSUE SUBSCRIPTIONS TO IN THESE TIMES FOR UNION MEMBERS and includes the URL inthesetimes.com/union
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Suzanne Griffin @suzannegriffin1.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
I am now a proud graduate of the @wgaeast.bsky.social Support Staff Basic Training Program, in the Script Coordinator track. So grateful to be a member of this cohort. Many thanks to program creator Ian Olimpio, instructor Matthew Begbie, and the @wgaeast.bsky.social! 🙏💜 #ScriptSky+ #tv #tvwriter
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Your vote is your voice. Register to vote or check your registration status today at iwillvote.com. 🗳️ #NationalVoterRegistrationDay
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Unidos, somos más. This Hispanic Heritage Month, we're celebrating our Latine members and the solidarity that makes us stronger together!
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! SEPTEMBER 15 - OCTOBER 15

Unidos, somos más
United, we are more

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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Today marks the 25th anniversary of September 11th. We remember those who lost their lives, and honor those who risked their own safety to save others. Never forget 🕊️
9/11 memorial graphic showing the Statue of Liberty with two vertical blue  tribute beams in the NYC skyline "Never Forget: September 11, 2001 — 25 Years."
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Changing the narrative on suicide requires systemic change. It's about shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to one of openness, understanding, and support. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay
World Suicide Prevention Day - September 10 

changing the narrative.How can you change the narrative on suicide? 

Check in with loved ones:  Taking time to reach out to someone in your community could change the course of another’s life.

Share your story: Individuals who have survived a suicide attempt or experienced the loss of a loved one to suicide often have valuable insights and can help us understand how the words and actions of others can be important.

Advocate for mental health awareness: Promote mental health awareness within your community, use social media, local events or even casual conversations to help spread the message. Resources: 988 Helpline - Talk. Text. Chat. 24/7

Crisis Hotlines & Resources
from the American Psychological Association (APA): APA.ORG/topics/CRISIS-HOTLINES

Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration: 1-800-662-HELP (4357), findtreatment.gov

The Trevor Project - 
Suicide Prevention for LGBTQ+ Young People: thetrevorproject.org
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
NYC is a union town! Proud to raise our voices at yesterday’s @nyclabor.bsky.social Labor Day rally alongside thousands of fellow NYC labor movement members and allies.
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Happy Labor Day! Join the WGAE, @nyclabor.bsky.social, and thousands of NYC union kin in the fight for our city tomorrow at 4:30pm on Liberty Street. When working people stand together, we can meet any challenge and shape a better future for our city. RSVP: wgaea.st/labordayrally
2026 NYC Labor Day rally & march

Join the WGAE, the NYC CLC, and
thousands of NYC union members!

TUESDAY,
SEPTEMBER 8
4:30PM ET
Liberty St (meet at 140 Broadway)

RSVP: wgaea.st/labordayrally
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
RIP Gloria Steinem, known for her decades of trailblazing feminist journalism and activism for women's rights. A WGAE member since 1965, Gloria was the founding editor of New York magazine, and founder of Ms. magazine. 🕊️
Gloria Steinem at a podium, black and white photo
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
The Unions Power America Celebration is coming up 🎉 Mark your calendar for 9/7 at 6 PM ET to tune into the @unionplus.bsky.social livestream handing out more than $340,000 in prizes to the union members who power America. unionplus.click/unionspoweramerica
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Labor Day Celebration
Union Plus benefits offered by the AFL-CIO's Union Privilege provides consumer savings, discounts, benefits, and education resources to active and retired labor union members.
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Congratulations to WGAE president Tom Fontana & Executive Director Sam Wheeler on being featured in the 2026 Labor Power 100! 💪 “The top union officials and worker advocates in New York.” www.cityandstateny.com/power-lists/...
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laborheritage.bsky.social @laborheritage.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Static Media Workers Win Voluntary Recognition Staff at the digital publishing company work on brands such as Foodie, Garden Guides, House Digest, Outdoor Guide and more. Find out more at tinyurl.com/yfd4zdey #Media #Journalism @wgaeast.bsky.social
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Static Media Workers Win Voluntary Recognition as WGAE Members - Labor Heritage Foundation
Full-time editors, writers and reporters at Static Media have won voluntary recognition from management as members of the Writers Guild of America East (WGAE). Staff at the digital publishing company work on brands such as Foodie, Garden Guides, House Digest, Outdoor Guide and more. T
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Slate Union @slateunion.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
The Slate Union is very proud to share Slate’s first ever A.I. editorial policy. You can read it in full here: slate.com/editorial-gu...
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SEIU_ORG @seiu.org · 25/08/2026
Solidarity to our @wgaeast.bsky.social family who are facing layoffs at Buzzfeed. These journalists from the video team, national reporting desk, and visuals team do the crucial work of keeping our communities informed. This comes after their union unanimously voted to strike for a fair contract!
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
"The 'take it or leave it' power of these studios is already enormous, and writers have borne the brunt of it. A combined Paramount-Warner Bros. will only make it worse." - Screenwriter Mike Schur for The Hollywood Reporter www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/bus...
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Mike Schur: The Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger Is Existential for Writers
“A market ceases to function when competition disappears. And it’s disappearing,” contends the comedy writer whose credits include 'Saturday Night Live,' 'The Office,' 'Parks and Recreation,'…
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HuffPost Union @huffpostunion.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
If possible, please consider donating to the talented reporters, editors and designers impacted by this decision. Solidarity forever ✊ www.gofundme.com/f/support-hu...
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Donate to Support HuffPost Workers Impacted By Job Cuts, organized by HuffPost Union
This month, as part of a wider BuzzFeed reorganization under new owners… HuffPost Union needs your support for Support HuffPost Workers Impacted By Job Cuts
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Jessica Schulberg @jessicaschulberg.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
I am forever grateful to my colleagues, who made working here a dream job. And I am especially grateful and proud to have been a part of @huffpostunion.bsky.social and @wgaeast.bsky.social. Together, we fought off cuts to severance and PTO payout, which has provided me with so much relief
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Solidarity with @huffpostunion.bsky.social ❤️‍🩹 10 members were laid off today from the Video team, National reporting desk, and Visuals team: journalists covering the communities most vulnerable right now. Shame on management.
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
"Those of us in the industry have heard these promises before: A larger company will invest more, create more and strengthen the industry. It does not bear out. Consolidation has not made the jobs better in this industry, it has made them worse." - WGAE’s Tom Fontana and WGAW’s Michele Mulroney
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Contributor: Why writers are fighting Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros.
When a major studio buys its competitor, it leads to lower compensation for industry workers and reduced choices and diversity for audiences.
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
We reject the claim that beleaguered industry workers must choose the possibility of a job today, in exchange for the certainty of job losses tomorrow. #BlockTheMerger
WGA RESPONDS TO STATEMENT FROM LA MAYOR BASS ON PARAMOUNT-WARNER BROS. MERGER

We are disappointed that Mayor Bass has chosen to join Paramount's pressure campaign on public enforcers, to
push through a merger that is being rightfully challenged as illegal and will lead to job losses in the entertainment industry. Her statement comes on the heels of a county report estimating thousands of jobs will be lost if the merger proceeds.
Industry workers deserve a mayor who believes in upholding the law and protecting the working people of Los Angeles, not serving the interests of powerful corporations.Paramount has created a false choice for entertainment industry workers: The company argues that enforcing antitrust law hurts us by creating uncertainty, which is of their own making as the company attempts to dominate the industry. We reject the claim that beleaguered industry workers must choose the possibility of a job today, in exchange for the certainty of job losses
tomorrow.
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Olúfẹ́mi O. Táíwò @olufemiotaiwo.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
I'm still finding out about these folks but @freepress.bsky.social (no, not Bari Weiss's outlet!), @rebuildlocalnews.bsky.social, and several unions including @newsguild.org @wgaeast.bsky.social and @nwu.org are all organizations pushing for structural changes to our information environment.
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CWA @cwaunion.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Today, game workers and allies are taking action at Save Our Devs actions across the US and Canada to call out layoffs and corporate greed in the industry and to demand fair first contracts across Microsoft’s gaming studios.
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
📝 Labor journalists: The Debra E. Bernhardt Labor Journalism Prize awards $1,000 for writing that furthers the understanding of the history of working people. Articles on work, housing, organizing, health & education are welcome. Deadline: 8/31/26. Apply now! www.laborarts.org/bernhardt-pr...
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Bernhardt Prize | Labor Arts
Debra E. Bernhardt
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
The WGA is proud to represent workers across scripted Film/TV, nonfiction production, podcasts, online media, news, and more! Get updates directly from our members by following our union Starter Pack: go.bsky.app/HXsRu2w
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Writers Guild of America West @wgawest.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
“Touting worker prosperity, without commitments, while simultaneously threatening their livelihood in the press as a bargaining chip begs the question — what is in this deal for American film and television workers?” #BlockTheMerger vist.ly/5eu2n
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Teamsters Protest Paramount Over Warner Bros Merger Promises & Threats
Hollywood Teamsters called BS on Paramount Over Warner Bros Merger promises & threats
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
33% of adults have no retirement savings and 37% don’t have enough cash to cover a $400 emergency. Meanwhile, top CEOs paid themselves $22.8 MILLION last year. Read the full @aflcio.org Executive Paywatch report here: aflcio.org/paywatch
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April Verrett @seiupres.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Organize like your future depends on it. Because it does.
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 12/08/2026
Working people are tired of hearing about record corporate profits and CEOs getting even richer while we struggle to make ends meet. Workers are hungry for a better future and ready to take back their power, and a union contract is how to make it happen!
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Interest in union membership up across nation | KiowaCountyPress.net
Seven in 10 Americans support unions, but federal and state labor laws prevent most workers who want to join from doing so, according to a new report.
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Before you start sending your work to agents, producers, actors or other industry folks, make sure you protect your material with the WGAE's Script Registration! www.wgaeast.org/mo/script_re...
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Secure Script Registration
Script Registration is one of the most popular services offered by the Writers Guild of America East. We register the creative material of tens of thousands of writers each year. Before you start…
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Liz Shuler @lizshuler.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Congratulations to the workers at ABC News Digital on voting unanimously to join @wgaeast.bsky.social!
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ABC News Digital Workers Unionize With WGA East in Unanimous Vote
Employees at ABC News' digital division voted unanimously to form a union with the Writers Guild of America East.
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Congratulations @staticmediaunion.bsky.social! Workers at Static Media are joining their @jalopnik.bsky.social colleagues as members of the WGAE. We look forward to securing a strong first contract 💪
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Every writer in the industry knows what it’s like to be asked to work for free. There are ways to push back. Screenwriters: Check out our new Fight Back Against Free Work resource page and learn your rights. www.wgaeast.org/enforcement/...
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Fight Back Against Free Work | Writers Guild of America East
Every writer in the industry knows what it’s like to be asked to work for free. There are ways to push back. What is “Free Work”? “Free work” is anything that a producer or studio asks you to…
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
“ABC News Digital’s roughly 50-member bargaining team voted unanimously to set WGA East as its collective bargaining rep. The unit includes digital reporters, editors and video producers and social media producers who contribute to the content and operation of ABC’s online entities.”
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ABC News Digital Staffers Unionize Under WGA East Amid FCC Threats To Network
Staffers at ABC News' digital outlets have unionized under the Writers Guild of America East.
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Josh Gondelman @joshgondelman.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Hell yeah.
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
We're thrilled to welcome our new bargaining unit at ABC News after employees of ABCNews.com and ABC News’ social media platforms voted unanimously to unionize with the WGAE!
abc news digital union - writers guild of america east 

ABC News Digital staff is UNIONIZED!“The industry is changing at a rapid pace, and we want to help shape the version of ABC News that will emerge from this transition. We are excited to join hundreds of our ABC News Broadcast colleagues and thousands of our fellow Disney employees who are represented by unions.” - ABC News Digital Bargaining Unit
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Alvaro M. Bedoya @bedoyausa.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Here's my full write-up on the @econliberties.bsky.social town halls we held in Los Angeles, New York and Atlanta arm in arm with @wgawest.bsky.social @wgaeast.bsky.social, Future Film Coalition, @democracydefendersaction.org & others in the #BlocktheMerger coalition: newrepublic.com/article/2136...
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There’s a Blue-Collar Hollywood—and the Paramount Merger Will Kill It
Hollywood isn’t all glamour. It’s thousands of line workers. And a Paramount takeover of Warner will make their lives even more precarious.
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SAG-AFTRA @sagaftra.org · 28/07/2026
SAG-AFTRA Announces Support for Lawsuits Challenging Merger of Paramount, Warner Bros. Read more: ow.ly/6A4l50ZtFSt
SAG-AFTRA President Sean Astin said, “Our members have every right to expect that the government will do thorough regulatory oversight when a deal of this magnitude takes place. The workers in this industry should not have to rely on promises and aspirational statements. These companies have the ability to commit to making more films and shows in this country and they should. This isn’t a conversation about shareholder value, it’s about the survival of the entertainment business in America.”
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Writers Guild of America West @wgawest.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
Screenwriter Adam McKay on the WGA lawsuit to block Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery Merger. Read more writer testimony here: vist.ly/5ci4w. #BlockTheMerger
Text discussing WGA lawsuit against Paramount-Warner Bros. merger by Adam McKay.
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New York Attorney General Letitia James @newyorkstateag.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
We just won a months-long halt to the illegal merger between Paramount and Warner Bros.    Stopping this merger while our case proceeds is a critical victory in our efforts to uphold the law and protect the film and television industries.
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
WGA Statement on Paramount-WBD Merger Pause. #BlockTheMerger
WGA STATEMENT ON PARAMOUNT-WBD
MERGER PAUSE

Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery today agreed to what the state Attorneys General and the WA both sought from the court: the merger will be put on hold pending the outcome of the states' and the WA's cases or until June 1, 2027, whichever comes first. It remains our view that this merger is unlawful, and we will continue the fight to block it.

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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Thank you @claireforny.bsky.social and @jacobinmag.bsky.social for joining our @sciamunion.bsky.social rally last month! Scientific American’s new owners @labx.org can still respect workers’ voices by voluntarily recognizing the union at any time. Read more: jacobin.com/2026/07/vald...
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Claire Valdez Plans to Take the Labor Movement to Washington
Claire Valdez argues that worker power is built through organizing unions on the shop floor. Days after winning New York’s 7th District Democratic primary, she returned to the labor fights she says el...
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
“Early Wednesday, the union filed a motion seeking a preliminary injunction to bar Paramount and WBD from ‘closing or consummating’ their merger or ‘taking any steps to integrate or consolidate their operations.’” variety.com/2026/film/ne...
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After Judge Halts Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger, WGA Also Seeks Injunction to Block Deal’s Closing
The Writers Guild of America argues that further consolidation will lead to less work and lower pay for writers, ultimately harming the culture.
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AG Rob Bonta @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov · 20/07/2026
My office and attorneys general nationwide have secured an emergency order blocking the unlawful merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. This is a critical first win in our case to ensure this megamerger never sees the light of day.
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Writers Guild of America East @wgaeast.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Thank you @newyorkstateag.bsky.social for taking action against the Paramount/Warner Bros merger ✊
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SciAm Union @sciamunion.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
@springernature.com sold @sciam.bsky.social to LabX Media after the staff voted to form a union with the goal of improving and preserving the publication. We call on LabX to recognize our union. Sign the letter in solidarity! wgaea.st/sciam-letter
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J. T. Allen @jt-allen.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Bravo to all involved plus a shout out to the WGA @wgawest.bsky.social and @wgaeast.bsky.social. Stay the course. Hold fast.
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