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This decision follows a familiar pattern. Disney previously caved in Florida over the "Don't Say Gay" bill—initially avoiding comment, then succumbing after internal employee activism and public outrage. CEO Bob Chapek issued an apology, acknowledging that he "let people down," signaling a willingness to bend the knee under pressure.
Even with his contractual stability, critics assert there’s little reason to believe Disney’s leadership will stand firm in the face of future social or political demands. Instead, the company appears to prioritize virtue signaling and appeasement over consistency or courage.