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There’s a stark contrast between Disney’s publicly espoused values and its internal practices. While pushing narratives of inclusion and representation, multiple reports highlight that Disney’s own employees—many of whom are minorities—are facing poor working conditions and pay cuts, especially in California. Allegedly, cast members have been rehired at the lowest wages, with some claiming that Disney is treating its staff unfairly despite publicly advocating for support of underrepresented groups.