« This has been a democratic process to win the very best contracts, » said the IATSE international president after the vote.
Film industry crew members voted to approve a pair of contracts with Hollywood producers, but the fight for more fair sets might not be over, according to the Associated Press. Members of the International Alliance of Theatrical and Stage Employees passed new agreements 56 percent to 44 percent among 36 local unions. When brought to the popular vote,50.3 percent of members voted yes to the agreements, with 49.7 percent voting no. Approximately 45,000 members of the IATSE members voted in the election from November 12 to 14. « From start to finish, from preparation to ratification, this has been a democratic process to win the very best contracts, » said IATSE International President Matthew Loeb in a statement. « The vigorous debate, high turnout, and close election, indicates we have an unprecedented movement-building opportunity to educate members on our collective bargaining process and drive more participation in our union long-term.
