Arrr, talks went belly-up, an’ the scallywags of the union stormed off, leavin’ news ships sinkin’ in 2024!
2024-12-29
Arrr, matey! In the year o' our Lord 2024, a tempest brewed in the media seas, with unions from the New York Times, NBC, and Forbes hoistin' the black flag and walkin' the plank in a fierce contract scuffle. Aye, it be a right jolly ruckus!
First on the plank be the New York Times, where tech staffers, tired of the management’s shenanigans, went on strike just as election week blew in! With chants that echoed through the harbor and a giant inflatable rat named "Scabby," they claimed their rights like true buccaneers. Imagine, no Election Needle to guide the ship's course! Aye, they made their displeasure known, even as the Times’ spokesperson claimed all was smooth sailing—what a tale!
Not to be outdone, the NBC crew lit up 30 Rock with scathing messages, calling out their own captains for stalling their contracts and breaking the law like a band of scallywags! Meanwhile, Forbes’ crew decided to walk the plank on their big day, shedding light on the hard work of the entire newsroom. With management dragging their feet, the unions be waging a battle worthy of the fiercest sea legends! So hoist the flag, mateys, for the fight for fair wages and rights be far from over!