When emailing executives like David Zaslav and Jim Samples regarding a public petition, it is important to be professional, concise, and direct, using a formal tone and clearly stating your purpose and desired action.
 
Email Template

You can adapt this template for each recipient, tailoring the details slightly if known.

To: david_zaslav@discovery.com, jdsamples@comcast.net

Subject: Petition regarding Leadership Change at Warner Bros. Discovery: Fire David Zaslav / Hire Jim Samples

Dear Mr. Zaslav and Mr. Samples,

I am writing to you today as a concerned member of the public and a signatory of a petition on Change.org that advocates for a leadership change at Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD).

The petition specifically calls for the replacement of the current President and CEO, David Zaslav, with Jim Samples. The core issues highlighted by the petition and its supporters include concerns over recent strategic decisions and their impact on the company's direction and public perception.

As of today, the petition has gathered significant support, indicating a strong public interest in this matter. A link to the petition for your reference can be found here: Fire David Zaslav and Hire Jim Samples as President and CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery Petition.

The purpose of this email is to ensure you are directly aware of the public sentiment and the specific request for action as detailed in the petition:
Problem: Concerns about current WBD leadership and strategic direction.
Proposed Solution: Appointing Jim Samples as the new President and CEO.
Requested Action: We urge both of you to review the petition's details and consider the call for a leadership transition.

Thank you for your time and attention to this important matter. We hope you will consider the concerns of the many individuals who have signed this petition.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Contact Information/Relevant Affiliation, optional]
[Link to the Change.org petition: https://chng.it/7NSJRKNdWS