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.