Universal Faces Backlash Over Pruned Trees Along Picket Lines
TL;DR
Writers Guild of America (WGA) strikers at Universal Studios express frustration over the pruning of trees on the picket line, making it challenging to walk and find shade. Universal claims the annual pruning was done for safety reasons ahead of the high wind season and expresses support for the WGA's right to demonstrate. The WGA is also facing difficulties finding safe places to march due to ongoing construction. SAG-AFTRA is redirecting its members to picket at Warner Bros. and Disney instead. Despite the obstacles, WGA picketers remain determined to continue their strike until a fair deal is reached.
Topics:entertainmentlabor-relations#construction#labor-relations#picket-line#tree-trimming#universal#wga
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