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Writers Guild of America West Staff Wins Union Recognition With 81% Support


The 110 members of the WGA West won voluntary recognition Tuesday and will be represented by the Pacific Northwest Staff Union.

The staff of the Writers Guild of America West has won voluntary recognition for its new bargaining unit, after more than 81% signed cards in support. “We have an agreement on our first demand, and we’re excited to take this important step towards having a voice in improving our workplace and organizing without fear of retaliation,” said Doug MacIsaac, a WGA operations coordinator, in a written statement. The union will cover workers across the guild, including in departments handling residuals, contracts, communications, research and the WGA theater.

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