Writers Guild of America, East

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Writers Speak! at The Newseum in Washington, D.C.

Friday, May 8th was anything but a “regrettable evening” in Washington, D.C. WGAE late night comedy writers presented stand-up and participated in a panel discussion at the Newseum before a jam-packed audience of more than 300 political leaders and opinion makers, as well as those watching it streamed live on The Huffington Post. See the online photo album.

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WGAE Expands Organizing Department

Ursula Lawrence joins the WGAE as lead strategic organizer as the WGAE continues to increase organizing efforts.

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WGAE Takes Part in National Health Reform and Lobby Day

The WGAE joined other unions taking part in the AFL-CIO sponsored National Health Care Reform and Lobby Day in Washington, D.C.

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WGAE Receives Prestigious Silver Anvil Award

The WGAE and its public relations counsel, Goldman Communications Group, were awarded the Silver Anvil Award from the Public Relations Society of America for Outstanding Crisis Communications. It recognized our efforts in making WGAE writers’ voices heard during the 100-day WGA strike.

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In Memoriam: Alexis DiVincenti

Our good friend and colleague Alexis DiVincenti has passed away. Alexis worked in the Contracts Department of the Writers Guild of America, East for 13 years and was a tireless advocate for the union and its members. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date; details to follow.

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On Writing

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WGAE Executive Director Lowell Peterson’s Anniversary Letter to Membership

Lowell Peterson shared his observations and insights about his first year as WGAE Executive Director. Read the letter he sent to WGAE members.

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New York SAG/WGAE Film Society Launches New Season

The 2009-2010 season begins September 2009. Learn more about subscription information and getting involved.

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WGA Members Approve Joint Voting Standards Amendments

WGAE and WGAW members voted 96 % to approve joint standards for voting on the MBA and other national issues

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WGAE Announces Candidates for ’09 Council Election

The WGAE announced the nominees for Council for a two-year term from 2009-2011. President, vice president, secretary-treasurer, and nine Council seats are up for election.

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WGAE Urges Funding For Public Broadcasting

The Writers Guild of America, East is urging the Obama Administration and Congress to increase appropriations for public broadcasting. WGAE leaders met with members of President Obama’s staff, the New York Congressional delegation, as well as other key appropriators and supporters in Washington D.C. to discuss the need for federal funding and other public broadcasting issues.

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Important News for WGAE Members Impacted by Axium/Chimes Bankruptcy

The WGAE has negotiated an agreement with Axium/Chimes bankruptcy trustee, providing members with additional time to respond.

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WGA 2008 Theatrical and Television Basic Agreement

Read the Schedule of Minimums established in the 2008 Theatrical and Television Basic Agreement. If you have any questions regarding to the application of these provisions or minimums, or regarding interpretation of the Basic Agreement, contact the WGAE.

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Strike Commemoration

Where were you one year ago today? For TV and film Writers Guild members, we were on the picket lines. The hard-fought 100-day strike, which ended in February 2008, resulted in the new MBA contract containing new media provisions and an amazing solidarity among our members coast to coast. The strike is over, but the successes, images, and pictures remain.To see them,

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