The upcoming talks between the WGA and the AMPTP were evidently in the ether during the WGAAwards
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The ABC comedy is set to bring its writers’ room back on May 1, the same day that the WGA’s contract expires. Another major topic is streaming residuals. “I think that if the business has shifted to prioritize making shows on the streaming model, and it’s not a decision that writers made, and we’re along for the ride, if you’re going to take us along on this ride, we need to be compensated,” Nichols said.. Co-creator Ashley Lyle said streaming residuals should exist.
“We have to come together and make this thing work for everybody. I support everybody in the industry fighting for proper pay,” added Yashere. “If we have to strike, then we have to strike. I’m hoping we come together and come to a good agreement, but we’ll see what happens.”
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