The summer of AMPTP negotiations is here.
Yesterday evening, SAG-AFTRA authorized a strike with some huge numbers: 97.91% in favor. Almost half of the eligible members voted—47.69%. If a strike happens, it will begin on June 30th.
SAG-AFTRA president Fran Drescher said in a statement:
“We are approaching these negotiations with the goal of achieving a new agreement that is beneficial to SAG-AFTRA members and the industry overall. The strike authorization votes have been tabulated and the membership joined their elected leadership and negotiating committee in favor of strength and solidarity. I’m proud of all of you who voted as well as those who were vocally supportive, even if unable to vote. Everyone played a part in this achievement. Together we lock elbows and in unity we build a new contract that honors our contributions in this remarkable industry, reflects the new digital and streaming business model and brings ALL our concerns for protections and benefits into the now! Bravo SAG-AFTRA, we are in it to win it.”
Author: Jason Hellerman
This article comes from No Film School and can be read on the original site.
