Statement from MPAA Chairman and CEO Charles Rivkin on Senator Johnny Isakson’s Announcement to Resign

WASHINGTON – The following is a statement from Charles Rivkin, Chairman and CEO of the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA), on the announcement by Senator Johnny Isakson (R-GA) that he will resign at the end of this year:

“Senator Isakson has been a champion of the motion picture and television industry throughout his illustrative career in Congress. We are grateful to him for his leadership and countless contributions, including his commitment to promoting economic policies. His work has helped generate millions of jobs, innovation, and growth for our industry in his home state of Georgia and the country. We wish Senator Isakson and his family all the best.”

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The Motion Picture Association of America, Inc. (MPAA) serves as the voice and advocate of the American motion picture, home video and television industries. Its members include: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures; Netflix, Inc.; Paramount Pictures Corporation; Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc.; Universal City Studios LLC; and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

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