Critics argue that the law could strip vulnerable students their support systems by preventing any classroom discussion of gender or sexuality at any age, putting them at further risk of isolation. The bill allows parents to file lawsuits over issues that could lead to expensive lawsuits. It is on the desk of the governor, who has indicated he will sign it. July 1 is when it would take effect.
I wouldn't have been able to come out in time because the school wasn't a safe place for me.
Franky Jr. worked at the theme park for three years. He said that his fellow cast members supported him in his transition to hormone therapy.
Disney donating to politicians supporting the Don't Say Gay bill would hurt the cast members and their families who view the parks as an escape, he said.
Disney didn't speak out on the bill. A Disney spokesman forwarded an email from the CEO of the company to employees on Monday.
The leadership team supports LGBTQ employees and their families. He wrote that Disney did not issue a statement because corporate statements do not change outcomes or minds.
The grand-niece of Walt Disney, who has been critical of the company, said that he is more worried about right-wing backlash than his fans or employees.
The times for neutrality are over. What is the purpose of Disney? Is it for pretending what America is about, or is it for defining a vision for a world in which fantasy, love, kindness, decency and loyalty are bedrock values?
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