Well it's been about 100 years and every attempt at a…
“Well it's been about 100 years and every attempt at a comics writers' union has failed miserably. There is, sadly, a long history of short-term thinking and self-destructive behavior among my fellow comic book creators. No matter how many horror stories they have heard they won't even go so far as to hire themselves a lawyer when they need it. It breaks my heart. I am a very proud union member of the Writers Guild. And I can't imagine my fellow comic creators being able to pull something like this together.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He laments repeated failures of comic writers' unions due to short‑term thinking and lack of legal support.
In simple terms: Unions in comics keep failing.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for organized, long‑term collaboration.
Themes
labor
unionization
industry challenges
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
industry
advocacy
When to use this quote
- publishing negotiations
- legal counsel
- industry advocacy
Key Concepts
collective bargaining
self‑interest
professional solidarity
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can creators take to build lasting unions?
- How can legal resources be made accessible?
A Different Perspective
Resistance from individualistic culture hampers unity.