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He said he supported the striking writers but that the stoppage had become too hard on nonstriking production staff who have been out of work since May.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 18, 2023

Maher said he supported the striking writers but added that the stoppage had become too hard on nonstriking production staff who have been out of work since May.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2023

The Elysee Palace, the French president’s official residence, said that nonstriking workers would set up the necessary accouterments for the trip instead.

From Washington Times • Mar. 23, 2023

But striking workers said that their nonstriking colleagues have told them the company is scrambling for temps and interns.

From Washington Post • Dec. 14, 2022

The few strikes these weak unions dared to attempt won no concessions, and usually resulted in the dismissal of strikers and their nonstriking family members.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson