Disney pauses Florida political support over "Don't Say Gay" bill
The measure, which its opponents labeled the
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The measure, which its opponents labeled the
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) — Walt Disney Co is pausing all political donations in Florida after an employee outcry over legislation that would limit discussion of LGBTQ issues in schools, Chief
Disney CEO Bob Chapek has been under fire, including from Southern California employees, over the company's lack of opposition to Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill.
Disney has come under fire, both from outside the company and within, for its response to Florida’s “Parental Rights in Education bill,” which LGBTQ+ advocates have dubbed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill.
The Mouse House seems to have had several changes of heart.