From autoworkers to Hollywood writers and actors, thousands of union workers have gone on strike in recent months.
-- From autoworkers to Hollywood writers and actors, thousands of union workers have gone on strike nationwide in recent months.
"The reason we asked for 40 percent pay increases is because in the last four years alone, the CEO pay went up 40 percent. They're already millionaires," UAW President Shawn Fain said.UAW president Shawn Fain says 21% pay hike offered by Chrysler parent Stellantis is a"no-go" More noise came from the picket line this week when some talk shows announced plans to return to production, including"The Drew Barrymore Show," which is part of CBS' parent company, Paramount Global.
The CBS hit talk show"The Talk" is pausing its season premiere, previously scheduled for Sept. 18. The show says it will continue to evaluate plans for a launch date.
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