My much-much-smarter-than-me friend Sam is convinced that he'll be the Vice Presidential candidate for whoever wins the states that aren't ridiculously Evangelical.

t goes to look for politicos named Sam that might be VP fodder.

EDit: This is what I get for skippng and skimming.

So, looks like SAG is playing hardball in supporting the WGA. They won't cross picket lines to appear on the Golden Globes.

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Man. That's as tough as athletes missing the Olympics the year of the US boycott. I can't imagine working hard enough to finally win a place in your specialty and be chosen for public recognition, and saying, "No, not until you do something about this other situation." Hard core.

I would imagine they still get the award. They just don't go to the event. I'm the kind of hermit that thinks that is a MUCH better deal.

They'll also all still go to the after-party, which is pretty much the only part of the Golden Globes anyone cares about...

I responded to a comment on that article with the URL of Cash for the Crew - I hope it gets printed.

That is so fantastic. Yay SAG!

I explained the strike to a labmate yesterday, and also what the studios might be losing or gaining (upfronts, saving money on reality shows, maybe ending some overall deals, etc). I was a little frightened at how much I knew, but was glad to be able to spread the writer-love.

Ok, seriously, I have crocheted four red scarves - so are we still doing more care packages, or did I completely miss the boat on that? If not, I need an address to mail them to. Or should I just donate them somewhere here?

Ok, this may be just me, but a red scarf from Andi would be much more likely to get me to donate than a script. IJS.

Nikke Finke is reporting that United Artists has made a deal with the WGA.

There's no official confirmation yet.