Disney Don't Say Gay backlash and walkout
Moment · 2022
Disney staff protested as the CEO pledged $5 million to LGBTQ advocacy groups.
Scott Maxwell
@Scott_Maxwell · Feb 25, 2022
Despite talk about its commitment to equality and inclusion, Disney has donated to every single sponsor and co-sponsor of the "Don't Say Gay" bill. In fact, Disney has funded the legislators filing anti-LGBTQ bills for years. And the company isn't alone. orlandosentinel.com/opinion/scott-…
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Trace the originA report on Disney donations to bill sponsors drew criticism from fans and employees. After Chapek defended silence, staff organised walkouts and Disney publicly opposed the bill. Florida later moved to dissolve its special district.
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Florida House precursor · Feb 24 ’22
The Florida House passed the Parental Rights in Education bill.[1]
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