Sophia Michaels
On the first day of nationwide WGA striking, protesters on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, Calif. carried picket signs with powerful messages. One read “Our therapists keep saying we have to stand up for ourselves, so here we are, sorry.” and the other read “I like your offer as much as you like an angry female lead.” This display of solidarity was captured by AFP via Getty Images.
The WGA strike is a response to the unfair wages and treatment of writers in the entertainment industry. The goal of the strike is to make sure that writers are given fair wages and better working conditions. The picket signs demonstrate the determination of the protesters to fight for their rights.
The messages on the picket signs also show the strength and resilience of the protesters. The first sign speaks to the courage of the protesters to stand up for themselves despite their fears. The second sign speaks to the importance of giving female leads equal respect and pay.
The nationwide WGA strike is a powerful example of how collective action can bring about change. The picket signs on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood demonstrate the strength and determination of the protesters to fight for their rights.
