Hollywood moves from words to action in Trump era
[Reuters]
ReutersFebruary 8, 2017
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Hollywood is gearing up for a concerted response to the policies of U.S. President Donald Trump, planning a pre-Oscar rally and a political action group as the show business world moves beyond angry speeches.
Talent agency WME-IMG, which represents actors, musicians, writers and sports figures, said it was forming a national political action committee (PAC).
In a memo to employees on Tuesday, WME-IMG, one of the biggest talent agencies in Hollywood, said it also planned to develop "actionable public policy solutions," connect clients with politicians from both political parties, and support donations of time and money by employees.
The memo, seen by Reuters, does not mention Trump and avoids taking a direct political stance.
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