California Lawmakers Voice Support for LA Times Newsroom, Urge Collaboration with Union to Avoid Cuts
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Members of the California congressional delegation wrote a letter to LA Times leadership expressing concerns about impending newsroom cuts.
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The letter encouraged collaboration between the publication and its union after over 300 Times guild members walked out across multiple cities.
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The lawmakers' letter, led by Rep. Jimmy Gomez, stressed the value of news outlets and preserving democracy.
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The letter suggested offering voluntary buyouts rather than layoffs as a potential solution to cutting costs.
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Times guild president Matt Pearce noted the significance of politicians voicing support despite not always receiving positive coverage.