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The studios seem to be signaling that they will not entertain ongoing discussions beyond this point, setting a potential deadline for the WGA to decide—possibly as soon as this Sunday. Sources close to the studios suggest that negotiations are very close to a compromise, but no official agreement has yet been reached.
The Writers' Demands and Key Negotiation Points
The strike has been fueled by a series of core issues that the writers have emphasized throughout the process. Prominent among them are:
Minimum Writer's Room Guarantees: Ensuring job security and consistent workload.
Better Residuals from Streaming: Securing fair compensation for work streamed online, which has become a significant revenue source.