After reading Joss's blog and being reminded how news reporters presented the strike, I can understand why any writer would be outraged. Writers are just as hard of workers as any construction worker, ect. Joss made a very good point on how story telling defines our popular culture, which is a huge part of our identity. Without writers, we wouldn't have the various forms of entertainment like we do now. I think it's sad how they have to prove themselves to other people that they contribute to our country because in reality, they help define it.
I completely agree. I noticed another blog post where someone mentioned that writing is a form of art and without art our world would be boring and dull. It is extremely important to keep the work of writing, and art altogether, alive and especially making that outlet available for people to discuss their opinions, feelings, and life stories. In no way should an author have to prove themselves to anyone because what news reporters are failing to notice is that it's these exact writers who have the most to teach us.