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SAG Strike
The SAG (Screen Actors Guild) was founded in 1933 in response to the exploitation of Hollywood actors. The organization provides financial assistance to performers in the film and television industries. However, many SAG members over the past several months have been protesting that they are not getting enough money for the hours and time they work, affecting their financial stability. Under the current contract, actors must earn a weekly SAG Day rate of $703 or $2,441. As a result, many actors have gone on strike, with the majority demonstrating in California, where the film and television industry is significant. Some notable actors in this company and presently on strike include Fran Drescher, Bryan Cranston, Jamie Foxx, Joey King, and many more.
SAG members have gone on strike because they believe they are not being fairly compensated for the time they work, affecting their financial stability. Many performers have objected to their current contracts, believing their pay is insufficient which has prompted the walkout, hoping that other people will hear their voices and support the strike.
I support these actors to get the money they deserve and need to live a stable life and provide for their families, health, and finances. How long the strike will last is unknown, with previous settlements lasting six weeks and 148 days, respectively, and the current situation with actors and writers shutting down Hollywood, demanding a solution and getting paid right.
To learn more about the strike, this video explains more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=0sm8KaDCJgkKcClI&v=pjCGhUyWIq0&feature=youtu.be
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