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Writers Threaten Strike at ‘Frontline,’ ‘NOVA’ and Other PBS Shows
Writers on shows like 'Frontline' and 'NOVA' have voted to authorize a strike if a new contract cannot be agreed by midnight Thursday.
Writers on the PBS shows “ Frontline,” “ NOVA ” and “ American Experience ” have voted to authorize a strike if a new contract is not reached by midnight on Thursday. The union is seeking to expand its jurisdiction to cover PBS animated series, such as “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood,” “Molly of Denali” and “Pinkalicious & Peterrific.” Writers on those shows have pledged not to cross a picket line if a strike is called. “Writers Guild members at PBS would much rather end the week with a fair and equitable contract than with a strike,” said Lisa Takeuchi Cullen, the president of WGA East, in a statement.
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