An anonymous open letter credited to Disney employees accuses The Walt Disney Company of creating an “environment of fear” while also claiming the company is vilifying their own audience.
Source: Disney Parks YouTube
The letter begins, “As employees of the Walt Disney Company, we believe in the dignity of all people. This is why our work is what it is. We write stories. We make costumes. We are involved in parades. We run cruises. We stream movies. We make magic.”
“We do this because our work contributes to a fountain of wonder that inspires joy, awe, and delight in guests and audiences of all ages. We are proud to be Walt Disney Company employees. We love our jobs because we get to share the wonder of life and human experience with millions of people worldwide,” it continues.
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The letter then asserts, “However, over the last few years, one group of cast members has become invisible within the company. The Walt Disney Company has come to be an increasingly uncomfortable place to work for those of us whose political and religious views are not explicitly progressive.”
“We watch quietly as our beliefs come under attack from our own employer, and we frequently see those who share our opinions condemned as villains by our own leadership,” it declares.
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It goes on, “The companys evolving response to the so-called ‘Dont Say Gay’ legislation in Florida has left many of us wondering what place we have in a company actively promoting a political agenda so far removed from our own. TWDC leadership frequently demonstrates its commitment to creating an inclusive workplace that allows cast members to freely express their views and be their authentic selves at work. That is not our workplace experience.”
“Over the last few weeks, we have watched as our leadership has expressed their condemnation for laws and policies we support,” the employees profess. “We have watched as our colleagues, convinced that no one in the company could possibly disagree with them, grow increasingly aggressive in their demands. They insist that TWDC take a strong stance on not only this issue but other legislation and openly advocate for the punishment of employees who disagree with them.”
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They then revealed, “An internal poll within the company went out a few months ago asking us if we felt accepted in the company. Many of us didnt complete it because the nature of the questions made us worry that the results of the poll could be used to target us for quietly holding a position that runs against the progressive orthodoxy that Disney seems to promote.”
“TWDC has fostered an environment of fear that any employee who does not toe the line will be exposed and dismissed,” the employees claim.
“Much has been made of our internal efforts to Reimagine Tomorrow, but as much as diversity and inclusion are promoted, the tomorrow being reimagined doesnt seem to have much room for religious or political conservatives within the company,” they stress. “Left-leaning cast members are free to promote their agenda and organize on company time using company resources. They call their fellow employees ‘bigots’ and pressure TWDC to use corporate influence to further their left-wing legislative goals.”
(L_R): Fennec Shand (Ming-Na Wen) and Cara Dune (Gina Carano) in Lucasfilm’s THE MANDALORIAN, season two, exclusively on Disney+. 2020 Lucasfilm Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
The Disney employees then attest, “Meanwhile, those of us who dont align with this vision keep our heads down and do our work without bringing our personal beliefs into the workplace. Weve done this without complaint because we dont want to rock the boat, but the boat is being rocked, and our leadership seems compelled to reward those who are rocking it.”
“Employees who want TWDC to make left-wing political statements are encouraged, while those of us who want the company to remain neutral can say so only in a whisper out of fear of professional retaliation,” the letter contends. “The company we love seems to think we dont exist or dont belong here. This politicization of our corporate culture is damaging morale and causing many of us to feel our days with TWDC might be numbered.”
“Furthermore, as this politicization makes its way into our content and public messaging, our more conservative customers will feel similarly unwanted. You can only preach at or vilify your audience for so long before they decide to spend their money elsewhere,” the letter declares.
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“Working for The Walt Disney Company is a dream come true,” they profess. “We love being part of creating the magic that so many people around the world enjoy. Our storytelling is unparalleled. It resonates with people from all walks of life across the political spectrum.”
“Our parks are the source of joy and inspiration that Walt hoped they would become. Millions of guests travel to the parks every year to escape a divided world and enjoy the challenges and promise of the future. They do this alongside thousands of other guests that might not have anything in common with them other than a shared love of Disney,” the letter states.
“The unique brand of family entertainment that Disney is known for is an objective good in this dark world,” the letter declares. “It brings people together and provides cultural touchpoints that even the worst enemies can unite over.”
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It then provides examples, “At the height of COVID lockdowns in the Summer of 2020 when the country was fiercely divided over a range of issues, Hamilton provided us something to collectively celebrate. At the end of an incredibly contentious election year, The Mandalorian was there to soothe a weary nation with non-political entertainment we could all enjoy no matter who you voted for.”
“When Disney takes sides in political debates, they deprive the world of a shared love we all have in common,” the employees contend. “TWDC is uniquely situated to provide experiences and entertainment that can bridge our national divide and bring us all together.”
(L-R): Cara Dune (Gina Carano), The Mandalorian (Pedro Pascal), Mythrol (Horatio Sanz) and Greef Karga (Carl Weathers) in Lucasfilm’s THE MANDALORIAN, season two, exclusively on Disney+. 2020 Lucasfilm Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
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“CEO, Bob Chapek had the right idea in his original statement that he has since walked back,” the employees argue. “In Chapeks own words, ‘As we have seen time and again, corporate statements do very little to change outcomes or minds. Instead, they are often weaponized by one side or the other to further divide and inflame.’ Disney is far more important and impactful to the world by avoiding politics than it will ever be by embracing a political agenda. By focusing on entertainment that inspires us with stories of universal appeal, we are doing good in the world.”
It concludes, “Disney shouldnt be a vehicle for one demographics political activism. It’s so much more important than that. The world needs something that can bring people together. This is the most important role The Walt Disney Company can play in the world right now. It’s a role that we have played for almost a century and it would be a shame if we lost all of that to left-wing political pressure. Please dont let Disney become just another thing we divide over.”
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This letter comes in response to The Walt Disney Company and CEO Bob Chapek’s recent stance on Florida’s Parental Rights in Education bill or HB 1577 that states in part, “classroom instruction by school personnel or third parties on sexual orientation or gender identity may not occur in kindergarten through grade 3 or in a manner that is not age-appropriate or developmentally appropriate for students in accordance with state standards.
The bill also prohibits school districts from adopting student support forms or procedures that prevent school district personnel notifying parents about their students mental, emotional or physical well-being or any change in related services or monitoring.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 22: (L-R) Alan Bergman, Disney Studios Content Chairman, Jeremy Slater, Writer, Kevin Feige, Executive Producer and Marvel Studios President and Marvel Chief Creative Officer, Grant Curtis, Executive Producer, Mohamed Diab, Director, Victoria Alonso, Executive Producer and Marvel Studios Executive VP of Production, Sarah Goher, Dana Bermudez, Sofia Danu, Shaun Scott, May Calamawy, Karim El Hakim, Oscar Isaac, Ann Akinjirin, Ethan Hawke, David Ganly, Antonia Salib, Fernanda Andrade, Justin Benson, Director, Rey Lucas, Brad Winderbaum, Executive Producer, Aaron Moorhead, Director and Bob Chapek, The Walt Disney Company CEO attend the Moon Knight Los Angeles Special Launch Event at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, California on March 22, 2022. (Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images Disney
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The bill also requires that each school district comply with the requirements of the bill. [to]Notify parents about all healthcare services offered at their school. Parents have the option to decline or withhold consent.
Parents must be notified about any well-being questionnaires and health screening forms given to students in kindergarten through grade 3. Before the school can give the questionnaire or health screening forms to students, parents must approve it.
If any of these provisions are broken, the bill offers parents a means of redress. It starts with the school district before moving to a full-blown suit.
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Bob Chapek and the Walt Disney Company tried to present themselves as neutral parties, claiming that they would not be taking a public position on the bill.
However, that would end up being a complete and utter lie as Bob Chapek revealed to shareholders at Disney’s 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, “While weve been strong supporters of the community for decades I know many are upset that we did not speak out against the bill. Although we were against the bill right from the beginning, we decided not take a public position on the issue because we felt that we could be more efficient working behind the scenes and engaging directly with lawmakers from both sides.
We were hopeful that our long-standing relationships would allow us to achieve a better result, but despite weeks and weeks of effort, he admitted.
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Chapek also explained that I called Governor DeSantis today to express our disappointment at the potential use of legislation to unfairly target gay, non-binary and transgender children, families, and families if it becomes law.
He said that the Governor heard our concerns, and he agreed to meet me and LGBTQ+ members from our senior team in Florida to discuss how to address them.
Source: The Walt Disney Company’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders 2022
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The CEO would follow-up those comments with a company-wide email pledging his and the company’s full support to the LGBTQ+ movement.
In the email, he first apologized to LGBTQ+ employees writing, “It is clear that this is not just an issue about a bill in Florida, but instead yet another challenge to basic human rights. You expected me to be a stronger ally for the fight for equal rights, and I let you down. I am sorry.
Chapek declared that he was increasing his support for advocacy groups fighting similar legislation in other states. We are currently working to create a new framework for political giving that will better reflect our values. We are suspending all political donations to the state of Florida today in order to complete this review.
The email concluded with him stating that he believes we are an infinitely stronger and better company because of the LGBTQ+ community. Although I did not reach the mark in this matter, I am an ally that you can count upon and I will stand up for the protections, visibility and opportunities you deserve.
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Recently, at an emergency townhall meeting Reuters reported that Bob Chapek said, “We know the moment requires urgency – and words are not enough. So we are taking some actions right now.”
One of those actions is creating an LGBTQ+ task force led by Paul Roeder, Disney’s Senior Vice President of Communications for Walt Disney Studios, and Lisa Becket, Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products’ Vice President of Global Marketing.
Reuters’ Dawn Chmielewski explained “the task force will enlist the help of experts to develop a concrete plan to ensure Disney is ‘force for good’ for LGBTQ+ communities, especially children and family.”
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Disney will allocate their resources to combat the threat in addition to this task force. Texas Governor Greg Abbot’s instructionThe Texas Department of Family and Protective Services will investigate child abuse allegations involving sex change.
In his letter to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, Abbot wrote, “Consistent with our correspondence in August 2021, the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has now confirmed in the enclosed opinion that a number of so-called sex change procedures constitute child abuse under existing Texas law. Because the Texas Department of Family and Protective
Services (DFPS) is responsible for protecting children from abuse, I hereby direct your agency to conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of any reported instances of these abusive procedures in the State of Texas.”
It continues, “As OAG Opinion No. KP-0401 makes clear, it is already against the law to subject Texas children to a wide variety of elective procedures for gender transitioning, including reassignment surgeries that can cause sterilization, mastectomies, removals of otherwise healthy body parts, and administration of puberty-blocking drugs or supraphysiologic doses of testosterone or estrogen.”
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 03: John Leguizamo attends the world premiere of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Encanto at El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, California on November 03, 2021. (Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For Disney
“Texas law imposes reporting requirements upon all licensed professionals who have direct contact with children who may be subject to such abuse, including doctors, nurses, and teachers, and provides criminal penalties for failure to report such child abuse,” Governor Abbot wrote. “There are similar reporting requirements and criminal penalties for members of the general public.”
“Texas law also imposes a duty on DFPS to investigate the parents of a child who is subjected to these abusive gender-transitioning procedures, and on other state agencies to investigate licensed facilities where such procedures may occur. To protect Texas children from abuse, DFPS must be followed by all state agencies as per OAG Opinion No. KP-0401,” the letter concludes.
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