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Gov. Gavin Newsom Tells Bill Maher That He Tried to Resolve WGA and SAG-AFTRA Strikes: ‘You Can Be Constructive Behind the Scenes’


During an appearance on 'Real Time With Bill Maher,' California Gov. Gavin Newsom addressed his role in resolving last year's dual Hollywood strikes.

The governor explained how his involvement was more “behind the scenes,” saying that he “absolutely” met with people from both the Hollywood unions and major studios. According a study released by Otis College of Art and Design in December, 17% of L.A.-based showbiz workers lost their jobs during the work stoppages. “Now is not the time to increase costs or incur this sizable debt,” he wrote in his veto message.

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