Writers for Sesame Street producer approve strike if ‘fair’ deal is not reached

Writers for Sesame Street producer approve strike if ‘fair’ deal is not reached (John E. Barrett/PA)

Writers for Sesame Workshop, the producer of children’s TV show Sesame Street, have unanimously voted to support a strike if a fair contract is not reached.

A group of writers began bargaining negotiations on February 13, requesting industry standard annual raises, improvements to residuals, and union coverage for Sesame Workshop’s animation and social media segments.