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Letters to the Editor: Some words to remember from Joan Didion ahead of next year’s WGA negotiations
- Latest development centers on Didion’s writings as a lens for current 2026 contract talks in Hollywood.
- Alan Paul cites Didion’s 1988 piece 'Strangers in Hollywood' as foundational to understanding industry dynamics.
- Didion’s portrayal links earthquake chaos and housing market notes to broader critiques of Hollywood.
- The letter emphasizes writers’ treatment by the industry and the risk of defection during strikes.
- Didion’s observations about 'defection' during strikes remain a guide for 2026 negotiations.
- The piece frames Didion’s work as a historical reference point for labor tensions in entertainment.
- The letter-writer identifies Didion as a ‘labrador prophet’ figure for L.A.’s literary voice on industry power dynamics.
- The article highlights Didion’s satirical approach to industry insiders and their interests.
- The Letters to the Editor feature confirms the ongoing relevance of Didion’s critique.
- The composition underscores the continuity between Didion’s era and today’s labor dialogue in Hollywood.
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