However, that could be a long way off.

We are going into these discussions with no illusions, a well-connected WGA member told Deadline.

The WGA last took to the picket lines in 2007-2008 a bitter walkout that lasted 100 days.

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If the WGAW Board and WGAE Council agree with the Negotiating Committee, they will authorize a membership vote.

Additional membership meetings may take place in connection with the vote.

Negotiations can continue during a strike.

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