Wider effects of the Writer Strike

For some around the country, the scriptwriter's strike in Los Angeles has had little influence but for the canceling of a TV show.  Yet for many in loss Angeles the strike is a pressing issue because of it's economic effects.  Take for example the recent cancellation of the Golden Globe Awards which was estimated to generate over $70 million for the local economy.  The consequences of this loss and others created by the strike are felt mainly by local businesses, and there are predictions that some may have to close up for lack of business normally provided by productions.  Estimates of the financial losses have been made based on the 1988 strike that had similar effects.  

The economic ramifications may be centered in Los Angeles, but the WGA strike also has a hand in the organization of labor unions and the relations between unions and corporations.  The history of multiple union formations and corporate negotiations within hollywood, such as the screen writers guild strike in the 40's, has become somewhat of a model for labor unionization in the United States and elsewhere.  This journal here discusses the complexities of the history and it's significance on today's events.  

It will be interesting to witness the effects that this strike has on the endurance of local LA businesses.  Depending on the duration of the strike, it could also have a significant influence on the method of labor unionization and the relationships between unions and corporations throughout the country.