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A significant factor influencing Disney's decline is the erosion of trust among audiences, especially families. Over the past few years, Disney has faced criticism and controversy—from leaked internal discussions hinting at ideological agendas to public disputes like the Florida "Don't Say Gay" bill controversy. These incidents have led many parents and families to question Disney’s motives, preferring to support other studios like Universal, which have continued to produce content perceived as more family-centric or less politicized.