The Vote “No” campaign of this SAG-AFTRA merger isn’t as vocal as the “Yes” crowd it seems like. Either that, or I haven’t been sent as much of their info.
I found 3 videos that are against this merger. Longtime SAG member Ed Harris and former SAG President Ed Asner each filmed something showing their opposition and the 3rd video has a handful of recognizable faces urging us to vote “No.”
No matter what feel or think, both Harris and Asner do make good points.
Harris wants one union for actors, not a merger with broadcasters and journalists. He doesn’t want a “rush to merge”. And while slamming AFTRA, he asks “how will a union that does not solely represent actors increase our leverage with the producers?” He just wants us to ask questions and demand real answers.
I’m not saying I’m against the merger but their arguments (especially Harris’) will make you think.
If you missed it, here are some Vote “Yes” videos.
Here is Asner who thinks the “SAG-AFTRA” Merger will be a disaster for actors. “I’m not speaking against a merger at some later time but this one sucks.” he says.
