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‘Sesame Street’ writers set new contract, avert strike

The contract was set to expire on Friday, and writers were set to begin picketing next week if an agreement had not been reached.

The union sought to ensure that writing for the show’s animated segments and social media content would be covered by minimum rates. “We value our writers and their significant contributions to the creative process, which are integral to our ability to deliver on our nonprofit mission,” a Sesame Workshop spokeswoman said. “Sesame Workshop writers won a new agreement that recognizes the value of the incredible work they do to educate and enlighten children around the world.

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