offered a history lesson to help weather the multiple storms now lashing the nation and the industry’s unemployed workforce.
“That common bond allows us to ride through the storms of life that happen. We are in a storm now. But we’ve been in storms before and we will see better days ahead. But this thing called Democracy only works if we are engaged in the struggle together. That means taking care of each other, looking out for the most vulnerable, and showing up where and when it counts. So if you’re able to lend a hand to somebody who needs it, do so. And if you need help, ask for it.
“As artists and as humans in this world that we all share, remember both your words and your actions can be very impactful. How you collaborate in solidarity with each other is very crucial. We each have the tools to make a difference – to love, to help, to heal.
To date, he said, the Foundation has delivered $4.9 million in emergency financial aid to SAG-AFTRA members who are struggling to make ends meet during the pandemic, “with a few hundred applications still in process. This is an encouraging response to a bleak situation, and we’re going to continue to get you aid as quickly as we can.” Applications for assistance are currently taking about a week to process. “Hang in there,” he said. “It’s gonna get better.