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Despite Iger’s claim that Disney is non-political, critics argue that the company's actions and content suggest otherwise. The mention of activism in areas like transgender rights and racial justice by Iger himself blurs the lines between entertainment and advocacy. Critics contend that such messaging not only influences public perception but also indoctrinates young audiences into specific ideological beliefs.
This has led to accusations that Disney is functioning more as a political actor than a pure entertainment company—an assertion that some believe undermines its original mission and confuses its core audience.