Urge the DOJ to block the Netflix-Warner Bros merger
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austin ward and 13 others have signed recently.
The Issue
Movies and television have always been more than just entertainment to me — they’re an experience, a ritual. I cherish the feeling of going to the theater: the inviting aroma of popcorn, the comforting darkness of the room filled with strangers, the synchronized gasps or laughter when something unexpected happens on-screen. It's a communal experience, a cinematic magic that home viewing can't replicate.
However, this unique experience is threatened when mega-corporations like Netflix strive to control everything — from production to streaming to release schedules. The proposed merger between Netflix and Warner Bros poses significant threats in this regard. It risks centralizing power and influence in the hands of a single entity, extinguishing the diversity and creative freedom that independent filmmakers and smaller studios bring.
The merger raises grave anti-competition concerns. According to a report by the American Antitrust Institute, market concentration in such mergers typically leads to higher prices, reduced innovation, and fewer choices for consumers. This merger could diminish the rich tapestry of storytelling that audiences worldwide cherish and turn the focus from artistry to mere profit-making.
Furthermore, industry experts have widely discussed the potential implications. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences highlighted that a reduction in competition can stifle creativity, leaving audiences with fewer novel stories and voices.
Blocking this merger is a vital step in preserving cinematic diversity and ensuring a competitive marketplace where creativity thrives. We need the Department of Justice (DOJ) to take a stand and prevent this consolidation of power.
I urge you to sign this petition, not just as a plea for preserving the theater-going experience but also as a stand against corporate monopolization of the arts. Let's protect the future of film and television by ensuring diverse, vibrant, and competitive industry. Sign now to demand action from the DOJ to block the Netflix-Warner Bros merger.
However, this unique experience is threatened when mega-corporations like Netflix strive to control everything — from production to streaming to release schedules. The proposed merger between Netflix and Warner Bros poses significant threats in this regard. It risks centralizing power and influence in the hands of a single entity, extinguishing the diversity and creative freedom that independent filmmakers and smaller studios bring.
The merger raises grave anti-competition concerns. According to a report by the American Antitrust Institute, market concentration in such mergers typically leads to higher prices, reduced innovation, and fewer choices for consumers. This merger could diminish the rich tapestry of storytelling that audiences worldwide cherish and turn the focus from artistry to mere profit-making.
Furthermore, industry experts have widely discussed the potential implications. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences highlighted that a reduction in competition can stifle creativity, leaving audiences with fewer novel stories and voices.
Blocking this merger is a vital step in preserving cinematic diversity and ensuring a competitive marketplace where creativity thrives. We need the Department of Justice (DOJ) to take a stand and prevent this consolidation of power.
I urge you to sign this petition, not just as a plea for preserving the theater-going experience but also as a stand against corporate monopolization of the arts. Let's protect the future of film and television by ensuring diverse, vibrant, and competitive industry. Sign now to demand action from the DOJ to block the Netflix-Warner Bros merger.
Preston MarkovetzPetition Starter
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Recent signers:
austin ward and 13 others have signed recently.
The Issue
Movies and television have always been more than just entertainment to me — they’re an experience, a ritual. I cherish the feeling of going to the theater: the inviting aroma of popcorn, the comforting darkness of the room filled with strangers, the synchronized gasps or laughter when something unexpected happens on-screen. It's a communal experience, a cinematic magic that home viewing can't replicate.
However, this unique experience is threatened when mega-corporations like Netflix strive to control everything — from production to streaming to release schedules. The proposed merger between Netflix and Warner Bros poses significant threats in this regard. It risks centralizing power and influence in the hands of a single entity, extinguishing the diversity and creative freedom that independent filmmakers and smaller studios bring.
The merger raises grave anti-competition concerns. According to a report by the American Antitrust Institute, market concentration in such mergers typically leads to higher prices, reduced innovation, and fewer choices for consumers. This merger could diminish the rich tapestry of storytelling that audiences worldwide cherish and turn the focus from artistry to mere profit-making.
Furthermore, industry experts have widely discussed the potential implications. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences highlighted that a reduction in competition can stifle creativity, leaving audiences with fewer novel stories and voices.
Blocking this merger is a vital step in preserving cinematic diversity and ensuring a competitive marketplace where creativity thrives. We need the Department of Justice (DOJ) to take a stand and prevent this consolidation of power.
I urge you to sign this petition, not just as a plea for preserving the theater-going experience but also as a stand against corporate monopolization of the arts. Let's protect the future of film and television by ensuring diverse, vibrant, and competitive industry. Sign now to demand action from the DOJ to block the Netflix-Warner Bros merger.
However, this unique experience is threatened when mega-corporations like Netflix strive to control everything — from production to streaming to release schedules. The proposed merger between Netflix and Warner Bros poses significant threats in this regard. It risks centralizing power and influence in the hands of a single entity, extinguishing the diversity and creative freedom that independent filmmakers and smaller studios bring.
The merger raises grave anti-competition concerns. According to a report by the American Antitrust Institute, market concentration in such mergers typically leads to higher prices, reduced innovation, and fewer choices for consumers. This merger could diminish the rich tapestry of storytelling that audiences worldwide cherish and turn the focus from artistry to mere profit-making.
Furthermore, industry experts have widely discussed the potential implications. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences highlighted that a reduction in competition can stifle creativity, leaving audiences with fewer novel stories and voices.
Blocking this merger is a vital step in preserving cinematic diversity and ensuring a competitive marketplace where creativity thrives. We need the Department of Justice (DOJ) to take a stand and prevent this consolidation of power.
I urge you to sign this petition, not just as a plea for preserving the theater-going experience but also as a stand against corporate monopolization of the arts. Let's protect the future of film and television by ensuring diverse, vibrant, and competitive industry. Sign now to demand action from the DOJ to block the Netflix-Warner Bros merger.
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Petition created on December 6, 2025