With the rise of the film industry here in the Peach State, Georgians have had to learn more than they ever wanted about the many Hollywood unions, contracts, and strikes. After the writer’s strike delayed productions for close to a year, the latest round of labor negotiations was with Hollywood Basic Crafts, which represents various behind-the-scenes workers like electricians, location managers, drivers, and more. A strike could have disrupted TV and film production into 2026 – so an agreement reached this week with the studios has the industry in Georgia and elsewhere RISING…
Atlanta snubbed for ’28 DNC Convention
The City of Atlanta and the Georgia Democratic Party made a strong push to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention, but fell short once again when it was announced that Boston, Denver and Philadelphia are the three finalists. Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens blasted the decision, accusing the DNC of “abandoning Atlanta, abandoning the South, and once again abandoning Black voters.” The snub has Georgia Dems SINKING…
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