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Thousands of Writers Rally in Los Angeles Amid Month-Long Strike

  • Writers marched and rallied in LA to show support for ongoing contract negotiations with studios.
  • Talks with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers stalled hours before the May 1 contract expiration, prompting the strike.
  • The strike has shut down many productions as it continues into its eighth week.
  • The dispute centers around compensation for streaming content as writers' pay has decreased.
  • Actors may strike next if their contract with studios expires June 30 without a new deal.
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