I never came across that about Ed! That is extremely disappointing. Thanks for sharing it.
I still admire his determination and dedication towards the animation industry, but I'll be more reserved with my praise.
I still admire his determination and dedication towards the animation industry, but I'll be more reserved with my praise.
Such agreements are standard practice in many industries, and if they're actually illegal, it's due to a technicality in a law with which few are familiar (anti-trust legislation), not due to some naturally-apparent moral imperative. It's obvious that the executives involved did not conduct their actions with the intent of hamstringing employee growth, but rather with the intent of maintaining stable operations and keeping turnover low. It's completely reasonable to understand this as a normal part of running a business, especially considering that such agreements are common across industries.
Don't fall for the hyperbolic narrative from artist's trade outlets who are trying to manufacture rage to serve their own interests.
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