WGAW Political News & Events
STORIES
Save the Open Internet
Without net neutrality, writers could see fewer opportunities. See what the WGAW is doing about it.
Congress Repeals the “Cadillac Tax”
The “Cadillac Tax” was permanently repealed on December 20, 2019. What is the “Cadillac Tax” and why did the WGAW oppose it?
Pension Policy
Federal policy affects our pension plan.
The Janus decision and the Workplace Democracy Act
The U.S. Supreme Court’s June decision in Janus v. AFSCME dealt a significant blow to public sector unions, effectively requiring them to provide the benefits of union representation to non-members for free.
Senate Bill 822
The WGAW joins California in the fight for an open internet. We need your help.
Merger Mania Reboot: Disney-Fox
Faced with the possibility of a behemoth merger that portends bad outcomes for writers, the Guild is mobilizing its forces on all fronts.
Make Competition Great Again!
Vigorous antitrust enforcement will create a flourishing marketplace for writers.
In Their Own Words
Writers speak out about creativity and the importance of an open Internet, and why it shouldn't be shut down.
A New Fight for the Open Internet
With the FCC set to gut its own rules for the Open Internet, the WGAW is ready to fight back.
GALLERIES
Congressman Ted Lieu shares Washington insights with the WGAW PAC at Tart Restaurant.
Photos: Dexter Kim
FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel speaks with the WGAW PAC about the changing media landscape.
Photos: Dexter Kim
Callie Khouri and T Bone Burnett host a fundraiser for the WGAW PAC.
Photos: Michael Jones
Members host Congressman Adam Schiff to discuss the importance of political participation in these uncertain times.
Photos: Dexter H. Kim
FCC Commissioner Mignon Clyburn speaks about the importance of the Open Internet and other issues important to writers.
Photos: Dexter H. Kim
Guild members meet with Congressman Ted Lieu to hear their concerns and share their insights.
Photos: Laura Blum-Smith
President Howard Rodman moderates a town hall about the importance of political engagement in the Trump Era.
Photos: Dexter H. Kim
Former Wisconsin Senator Russ Feingold visits with Writers Guild members and WGAW President Howard A. Rodman.
Photos: Dexter H. Kim