David Ellison’s actions are causing harm to both the creative and business aspects of our media industry, and for that, we need immediate action. This petition springs from a personal place of concern and urgency. I've witnessed firsthand the negative impact of his decisions on talented individuals who did nothing to warrant dismissal. Talented artists have been sacked simply because their creative output doesn't align with Ellison's subjective standards, disrupting their livelihoods and futures. This is unacceptable and is a blatant act against artistic freedom and integrity.

Additionally, Ellison's decision to merge two major media companies raises significant legal and ethical concerns. Such actions undoubtedly tread the dangerous territory of fostering monopolies, hindering competitiveness, and undermining the diverse voices essential to a healthy media landscape. The combination of these media behemoths limits audience choices and harms smaller, independent creators who struggle to maintain their footing in an increasingly monopolized industry.

What’s more disheartening is the support Ellison has shown towards figures like Trump, indulging in spreading misinformation for self-serving ends. This propagates a culture of deceit and misleads the public, further undermining trust in media.

We demand accountability and integrity from our leaders, and David Ellison's decisions contradict these principles. His continued leadership poses a threat to fair competition, openness, and truth within the media, setting dangerous precedents for the future.

He even recently stated that he wanted to use AI in filmmaking and that is another threat to the creativity to filmmakers and their creative talent.

Let's stand together for a fair and diverse media environment. Join me in urging the powers that be to remove David Ellison from his position effectively and swiftly. Sign this petition to make our voices heard and to advocate for justice, truth, and creativity.